Signage Project Manager - Lead Timelines, Budgets & Clients

Southwood Corporation; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

SouthWood Corporation is a long-established sign company seeking a Project Manager to lead sign projects from concept to installation. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple projects with clear communication between clients, vendors, and internal teams.

You will coordinate across departments, manage timelines, and ensure each sign project is completed on time, within budget, and to spec.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience (signage, construction, or related field preferred).
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and site plans.
• Familiarity with local sign codes, zoning, and permitting procedures.
• Valid driver''s license and ability to travel to job sites as needed.
• Bachelor''s degree in project management, business administration, engineering, construction management, or related field a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate schedules and communicate timelines with clients, designers, production staff, and installers.
• Ensure each project meets specifications, budget, and deadline requirements.
• Track all phases of sign projects from estimating to permitting, production, and installation.
• Manage communications with clients, vendors, municipalities, and internal teams for clarity and alignment.
• Review designs, complete site surveys, and ensure code compliance.
• Monitor budgets, issue change orders, and manage invoices.
• Maintain documentation and provide project updates to stakeholders and clients.
• Resolve issues quickly to keep projects on track.
• Identify new business opportunities while maintaining client satisfaction and retention.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Reading drawings

Site plans

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree (PM/Engineering/Construction)

Job description

SouthWood Corporation is a long-established sign company seeking a Project Manager to lead sign projects from concept to installation. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple projects with clear communication between clients, vendors, and internal teams.

You will coordinate across departments, manage timelines, and ensure each sign project is completed on time, within budget, and to spec.