Signage Installation Manager

gpac; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

PTO

401(k)

Company vehicle/equipment as applica

Travel opportunities

Career growth and advancement

Job summary

gpac is seeking an experienced Signage Installation Manager to lead installation crews for commercial signage projects in the New Haven area. You will oversee scheduling, project readiness, logistics, equipment, and quality control while providing hands-on leadership on site.

This role requires 5+ years in signage installation and 3+ years managing crews, with strong leadership, safety discipline, and the ability to coordinate with Project Management, Production, and Design teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial signage installation, large-format graphics, vinyl application, environmental graphics, experiential installations, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience managing installation crews, scheduling work, training employees, and holding team members accountable.
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of vinyl application, signage installation, mounting methods, hardware, lifts, access requirements, and jobsite planning.
• Proven ability to manage multiple crews and projects while balancing changing priorities and staffing needs.
• Experience conducting site surveys, field measurements, access reviews, and interpreting installation drawings, plans, and project information.
• Strong understanding of installation logistics, including crew assignments, vehicles, equipment, materials, tools, loading, transportation, and jobsite readiness.
• Ability to establish and maintain installation standards, checklists, quality‑control procedures, and safety practices.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, coach, develop, and hold installation team members accountable.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with Project Management, Production, Fabrication, Purchasing, Design, and other internal teams.
• Experience with complex commercial signage, environmental branding, large‑format graphics, or high‑visibility installations is highly preferred.
• Avery, 3M, or similar graphics installation certification is a plus.
• OSHA 10 certification and lift/operator certifications are preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to obtain/maintain required medical or DOT qualifications as applicable.
• Willingness to travel for select projects and work occasional nights or weekends based on project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation crews, scheduling, and project readiness.
• Manage installation logistics, equipment, and safety practices.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to installation standards.
• Provide hands-on field leadership and mentor the installation team.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Production, Fabrication, Purchasing, Design, and other internal teams.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Field leadership

Tools

Avery certification

3M certification

OSHA 10

Job description

A well-established and growing company specializing in commercial signage, environmental graphics, large-format graphics, and experiential installations is looking to add an experienced Signage Installation Manager to their team! This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on installation professional who is ready to take the next step into department leadership.

This position will be responsible for overseeing installation crews, scheduling, project readiness, logistics, equipment, quality control, and for team development. The ideal candidate understands what it takes to execute complex commercial installations and can provide hands‑on field leadership when needed, while primarily focusing on the performance and development of the entire installation team.

If you are an experienced signage installer with strong leadership skills, a passion for quality, and the ability to keep multiple projects moving smoothly, we would like to speak with you!

Signage Installation Manager Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial signage installation, large-format graphics, vinyl application, environmental graphics, experiential installations, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience managing installation crews, scheduling work, training employees, and holding team members accountable.
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of vinyl application, signage installation, mounting methods, hardware, lifts, access requirements, and jobsite planning.
• Proven ability to manage multiple crews and projects while balancing changing priorities and staffing needs.
• Experience conducting site surveys, field measurements, access reviews, and interpreting installation drawings, plans, and project information.
• Strong understanding of installation logistics, including crew assignments, vehicles, equipment, materials, tools, loading, transportation, and jobsite readiness.
• Ability to establish and maintain installation standards, checklists, quality‑control procedures, and safety practices.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, coach, develop, and hold installation team members accountable.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with Project Management, Production, Fabrication, Purchasing, Design, and other internal teams.
• Experience with complex commercial signage, environmental branding, large‑format graphics, or high‑visibility installations is highly preferred.
• Avery, 3M, or similar graphics installation certification is a plus.
• OSHA 10 certification and lift/operator certifications are preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to obtain/maintain required medical or DOT qualifications as applicable.
• Willingness to travel for select projects and work occasional nights or weekends based on project requirements.
• Ability to work comfortably at elevation and lift up to 60 lbs.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to remain calm and solutions‑oriented in fast‑paced environments.

Signage Installation Manager Compensation

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Health Benefits
• PTO
• 401(k)
• Company vehicle/equipment as applicable
• Travel opportunities
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.