Project Manager- Corporate Interiors

Innovative Environments Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + commission

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

Professional development

Job summary

Innovative Environments in Houston is seeking a Project Manager to join our Corporate Interiors team. This role oversees interior projects from design review and estimating through planning, procurement, construction, installation, and closeout, delivering profitable, high-quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of PM experience in commercial interiors or construction, can coordinate with clients, vendors, and subcontractors, and read CAD drawings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, PM, or equivalent.
• 2+ years PM experience in commercial interiors or construction.
• PMP certification is a plus but not required.
• Ability to read CAD drawings and design plans.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects from review through completion, maintain records, communicate with clients and general contractors, provide status updates, and manage schedules and installations.
• Review project scope, contracts, and pricing packages; set up projects in ERP systems and coordinate COIs.
• Review change orders, price and document approved changes, and update drawings and records.
• Organize bid documents, conduct preliminary code research, assist with proposals, and build client relationships.
• Coordinate with Design, Detailing, Fabrication, and Estimating teams to ensure approved specs and submittals.
• Coordinate invoice approvals and prepare and submit AIA billing documentation by deadlines.
• Provide closeout documentation to clients and general contractors; review budgets and variances with Estimating.

Skills

Project management

Client coordination

Budget management

CAD reading

Communication

Time management

MS Office/Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/PM or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Project Manager – Corporate Interiors

Salary + Commission

Innovative Environments (IE) is seeking a Project Manager to join our Corporate Interiors team. This position plays a critical role in delivering successful, profitable, and high-quality interior projects, from initial design review and estimating through planning, procurement, construction, installation, and project closeout.

The ideal candidate has proven experience managing projects within the commercial interiors or construction industry, is comfortable working directly with clients, vendors, and subcontractors, and can confidently coordinate multiple departments, budgets, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

If you are organized, resourceful, customer-focused, and thrive on transforming creative concepts into functional, well-executed spaces, we want to hear from you!

About Innovative Environments

Innovative Environments (IE) is an award-winning, nationally recognized design-build company based in Houston, Texas.Our Corporate Interiors division combinescreative design, technical expertise, project management, and exceptional client service to bring unique environments to life.

Learn more about us at innovenv.com.

What You’ll Do

• Project Management (30%) – Coordinate projects from initial review through completion, maintaining accurate project records, communicating with clients and general contractors, providing status updates, and managing schedules and installations.
• Budget, Contract Review & Project Setup (30%) – Review project scope, contracts, and pricing packages to ensure all signage requirements and approvals are accounted for. Set up projects in ERP systems and coordinate required documentation, including Certificates of Insurance (COIs).
• Change Order Management (15%) – Review customer and general contractor requests, prepare change order pricing, document approved changes, and update project drawings and records as needed.
• Opportunity & Budget Proposal Support (10%) – Organize bid documents, conduct preliminary code research, assist with proposal preparation, and build strong client relationships.
• Project Kickoff & Schematic Review (5%) – Coordinate with Design, Detailing, Fabrication, and Estimating teams to review project requirements and ensure approved specifications and submittals are available.
• Invoicing & Billing (5%) – Coordinate invoice approvals and prepare and submit required AIA billing documentation by established deadlines.
• Project Closeout & Cost Analysis (5%) – Provide closeout documentation to clients and general contractors and review project budgets and cost variances with Estimating.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or experience equivalent
• 2+ years of project management experience within the commercial interiors or construction industry.
• PMP certification is a plus, but not required.
• Experience working with general contractors, subcontractors, project contracts, AIA billing and relevant construction groups.
• Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings and design plans.

Skills & Abilities

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Why Join Innovative Environments?

At IE, our people are one of the most important factors in our success. You'll have the opportunity to work on custom, design-driven projects where no two projects are exactly alike.

You’ll also enjoy:

• A collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Opportunities to work with national clients, developers, and leading brands.
• Exposure to the full lifecycle of custom trade show and experiential projects.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A dynamic environment where your experience and ideas can make a real impact.

Benefits

• Competitive salary + commission
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage effective upon enrollment
• 401(k) with company match, based on company performance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Innovative Environments and its associated entities are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.