Signage Project Manager for Manufacturing & Installations

Hardman Signs Lp

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Hardman Signs Lp in Houston, Texas (77086) seeks a Project Manager to lead complex custom signage projects from concept to installation. You will drive timelines, budgets, and resource coordination across internal teams and subcontractors.

The role requires strong client communication, budgeting discipline, and hands-on experience with CAD drawings and ERP systems to ensure high-quality, on-time project delivery in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field is strongly preferred.
Experience: 3-5 years of substantial and successful Project Management experience, preferably within Sign Manufacturing, Fabrication, Construction, or a highly customized Service/Manufacturing environment.
Core Skills: Proven experience in sourcing, selecting, and negotiating with sub-contractors. Substantial experience in maintaining project budgetary parameters and managing the PO process.
Technical Skills: Advanced literacy in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel). Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including CAD drawings. Familiarity with Paycom or similar modern ERP/ATS systems is a plus.
Soft Skills: Strong verbal and written communication, outstanding attention to detail, demonstrated leadership ability, and proven decision-making skills in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

Project Lifecycle Management: Own and coordinate all phases of assigned projects, including initial design/engineering hand-off, manufacturing scheduling, logistics, delivery, and final installation activities.
Budget & Financial Control: Maintain acceptable profit margins on all jobs through rigorous cost management. Issue and track Purchase Orders (POs) and manage the project to contract requirements and financial goals.
Client & Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for clients and maintain clear, daily communication across all internal departments.
Permitting & Compliance: Perform thorough sign code analysis for various jurisdictions. Qualify, negotiate with, and select subcontractors for permitting, installation, and preliminary estimates.
Risk & Expectation Management: Proactively understand and manage project risks and constraints. Ensure reasonable lead times are established and proper expectations are set with clients.
Documentation & Workflow: Establish accessible, organized, and complete digital job files. Accurately manage work order entry for production and maintain project information within the designated internal systems.
Technical Support: Support the project by utilizing and reviewing drawings, engineering specifications, previous estimates, and contracts throughout the project lifecycle.
Vendor Management: Obtain competitive product pricing and coordinate complex multi-site installations with external agents and vendors.