Senior Project Manager, Furniture

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated seeks a Senior Project Manager, Furniture to lead large, complex furniture projects (over 100,000 RSF). You will develop and maintain furniture SOWs, procurement packages, budgets, and schedules, coordinating with the project team, architect, client, and furniture dealer to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will manage procurement, vendor selection, and order entry, while serving as the primary client contact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in project management, construction management, interior design, or communications.
• 7+ years of practical experience in a similar role, preferably within corporate real estate or furniture dealership.
• PM certification (PMP) and NCIDQ preferred.
• Experience with CAD/CET and design software is a plus.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize furniture scope, including creating SOWs, procurement packages, 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 and BOM accuracy checks.
• Review final furniture dealer design deliverables and BOM for accuracy.
• Act as main point of contact for clients regarding furniture inquiries.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align furniture scope with overall project plans and schedules.
• Develop procurement packages, oversee vendor selection and order entry for furniture services.
• Conduct regular stakeholder meetings to review progress and address issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Client management

Budget management

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Project management software

Microsoft Office

CAD

CET

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.