Senior Project Manager, Furniture

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated seeks a Senior Project Manager, Furniture to lead a large, complex furniture program in Houston. You will develop SOWs, procurement packages, budgets, and schedules while coordinating with architects, clients, dealers, and internal teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires 7+ years in project management, strong leadership and communication, proficiency with CAD/CET and Microsoft Office, and the ability to travel to project sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in project management, construction management, interior design, or communications.
• 7+ years of practical experience in a similar role, preferably within the corporate real estate industry such as an A/D firm or furniture dealership.
• PMP certification preferred. NCIDQ certification preferred.
• Experience with design software such as CAD or CET is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large complex furniture projects independently, including open items log and BOM review for accuracy.
• Develop furniture Scopes of Work (SOW) and procurement packages in coordination with design teams.
• Coordinate relocation communications, change management plans, and installation activities.
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients and ensure compliance with client requirements and company policies.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders and manage vendor selection and order entry for furniture services.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Stakeholder management

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in project management, construction management, interior design, or communications

Tools

CAD

CET

Microsoft Office

Job description

**Senior Project Manager, Furniture** The Senior Project Manager, Furniture is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of a large, complex furniture project. This role involves developing furniture Scopes of Work and procurement packages, managing pre-order entry activities, coordinating furniture installations, and providing excellent customer service to clients. The Senior Project Manager, Furniture will lead a furniture project and collaborate with stakeholders to successfully execute furniture scope within budget and schedule constraints. **What This Job Involves:*** Lead and manage a large complex furniture projects, independently over 100,000 RSF where multiple phases may occur.* Coordinate activities with project management team, architect, client, furniture dealer, and all involved parties.* Develop and maintain project documentation, including furniture Scopes of Work (SOW), procurement packages (in coordination with internal or external design team), project plans, budgets, and schedules.* Coordinate and manage relocation communications and change management plans* Incorporate best practices and industry standards into furniture management processes.* Ensure compliance with client requirements, as well as company policies and procedures.* Serve as the primary point of contact for client inquiries and concerns related to furniture.* Collaborate with internal teams, including project management, and construction, to facilitate successful furniture installation.* Develop procurement packages, oversee vendor selection, order entry, and management for furniture-related services.* Conduct regular meetings with stakeholders to review project progress and address any issues or concerns. **What your Day-to-Day will look like:*** Plan and organize furniture scope, including creating furniture SOWs, procurement packages (in coordination with internal or external design team), budgets, and schedules.* Coordinate activities with project management team, architect, client, furniture dealer and all involved parties.* Develop and maintain project documentation, such as furniture open items log, ensuring accuracy and completeness.* Review final furniture dealer design deliverables and furniture Bill of Materials (BOM) for accuracy* Ensure compliance with client requirements, as well as company policies and procedures.* Act as the main point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries and concerns related to furniture.* Collaborate with internal teams to coordinate and align furniture scope and installation activities with overall project plans and schedule.* Develop furniture procurement package, oversee vendor selection, and order entry, ensuring quality and cost-effective services.* Conduct regular meetings with stakeholders to review open furniture design items, project progress and address any issues. **Required Qualifications:*** Bachelor's degree in project management, construction management, interior design, or communications.* 7+ years of practical experience in a similar role, preferably within the corporate real estate industry such as an A/D firm (in design project management role) or furniture dealership.* Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage a project.* Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with a focus on delivering projects on time and within budget.* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact with clients and stakeholders at all levels.* Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office suite.* Knowledge of furniture management best practices and industry standards related to specifications and technical coordination of furniture.* Familiarity with architectural drawings, furniture, and space planning concepts. **Preferred Qualifications:*** Project management certification (PMP)* NCIDQ certification preferred.* Experience with design software such as CAD or CET preferred but not required.* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead* Ability to travel for projects with some off-hours site activity, per project requirements* Understanding of construction processes and the commercial real estate industryThis position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.