Senior Project Manager, Furniture

JLL; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Senior Project Manager, Furniture to oversee large, complex furniture projects in a corporate real estate setting. You will develop SOWs, manage procurement packages, and coordinate installations with stakeholders to meet budget and schedule goals.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and extensive coordination with clients, architects, dealers, and internal teams. On-site work in multiple Texas locations is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in project management, construction management, interior design, or communications.
• 7+ years of practical experience in a similar role within corporate real estate or furniture environments.
• Strong leadership with the ability to manage a project.
• Excellent organizational and time management with on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with clients and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management software and MS Office.
• Knowledge of furniture management best practices and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large, complex furniture projects independently (over 100,000 RSF).
• Coordinate activities with project management team, architect, client, and furniture dealer.
• Develop and maintain SOWs, procurement packages, budgets, and schedules.
• Coordinate relocation communications and change management plans.
• Ensure compliance with client requirements and company policies.
• Serve as primary client contact for furniture-related inquiries.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align scope and installation with plans.
• Develop procurement packages and oversee vendor selection and orders.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Project management software

Microsoft Office

Architectural drawings

Space planning concepts

Education

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

Tools

CAD

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way .

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

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 industry

Location:

On-site -Austin, TX, Dallas, TX, Houston, TX

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.