Be. Workplace Design

Compensation

Full Description

Are you an experienced Project Manager, in the corporate workspace design furniture industry, who is looking to join an expanding, dynamic organization? Do you want to work for a company that believes that people with a purpose need great spaces to perform their best work. Do you thrive in a fast-paced and growing environment where your contributions are valued and where you can see the immediate impact of your work? If you have the vision and motivation to help grow our business, then we want to hear from you! Be.Workplace Design is looking for a talented and experienced Contract Furniture Industry Project Manager who can function as the single point of contact for projects by managing moderate to large-scale projects from beginning to completion, with an emphasis on cost effectiveness and customer service. We are looking for someone with superior organization skills and an understanding of the order fulfillment process. Someone who plans, coordinates and oversees all tasks critical dates, client and third-party interface, and drives for customer satisfaction. Someone who wants an opportunity to change their lifestyle and do something that they are proud of. Bring your talent and skill to a place where you are a true contributing member to our highly personal and collaborative approach. Using the latest technologies and best practices, we work closely with our clients to define their goals, develop solutions, and create change. Overview: This position functions as the primary contact for projects by managing moderate to large-scale projects from beginning to completion, with an emphasis on cost effectiveness and customer service. Works to ensure smooth workflow through the completion of project, while interfacing with internal departments, clients, and other professionals. Specific Responsibilities and Duties: • Act as primary point of contact for the customer for all project communications during the project process • Develop work plans, schedules, logistics, and organize deliveries based on overall project parameters, project schedule and scope, and customer goals • Serve as single point of contact and coordinate with all third-party firms (Architecture & Design firms, contractors, cabling vendors, building managers, electricians, and other trades, client’s facility managers, and IT groups, movers, etc.) • Maintain detailed project documentation of key project decisions and customer / project requests / revisions / change orders • Provide timely and formal written communication throughout projects and disseminate all critical information to clients and project teams • Review plans and specifications for accuracy, completeness, and correctness, and correct product application prior to order placement • Plan and supervise product deliveries and installations, including performance of work, installation administration, and timeliness of task completion • Provides professional customer interface and client relations throughout the project • Conduct final walk through with required parties, develop and resolve open issues / punch list, and complete project close out documentation • Assist in establishing fees and submitting professional, accurate quotes that protect the profit margin • Manages accurate and detailed record keeping and project hours to budgeted hours to ensure project profitability Skills, Knowledge, Experience Required: • 5+ years of interior construction, interior design, moves and relocations, truck, furniture manufacturing, shipping and building management experience • 5+ years of experience working with all aspects of contract furniture management, including account management, order preparation, installation, relocations, and storage management • Understanding of furniture product utilization, including architectural integration with the ability to manage medium to large projects • Healthcare project management experience is a plus • Strong product and technical knowledge, including applicable building codes, correct product applications, custom applications and pricing, price estimating, and electricity and cabling requirements • Ability to read blueprints, conduct field verifications, site measurements and furniture/site surveys • Must be extremely organized, with good time management skills and the ability to work independently with minimal guidance • Must be able to analyze and problem solve, even with significant ambiguity • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Ability to see the big picture and integrate into day-to-day tasks and activities • Fluid interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a wide range of customers, personnel, and departments Compensation & Benefits: • Base pay: $80K to $90K+ bonus plan based on experience • 40 Hours of vacation year one and 80 hours in years two through five • 9 paid holidays • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance • Safe Harbor Matching Contribution Plans • 401K & Roth IRAs