Position: Project Manager
Reports To: Operations Manager
An opportunity for a get-it-done DO-er.
We are an industry-leading Custom Installation firm located in beautiful downtown Santa Barbara, CA, celebrating our 32nd year in business locally. We carry only the highest-quality lines and are supremely focused on delivering the ultimate experience for the high-end residential or specialty commercial Client. One of our unique competitive advantages is our family-centered culture and deep-rooted history in the community. Demand for our services is extremely high. We are expanding and need a skilled Project Manager that has people skills, accurate follow-through, and know-how. If you’re good at what you do and are up to the challenge of delivering an exceptional experience for our clients, we can offer you a new career on our customer-focused team with an attractive income within a unique industry.
You Need…
Respect, recognition, challenge, and excitement in an always evolving environment. A company that is financially stable and believes in your decision making capabilities. A positive team climate. Freedom to accurately manage, communicate, grow, and develop existing customer relationships in a professional account manager style. You love to deliver on your promises, and it shows. Doing it right counts!
We Want…
An organized, service-oriented, and disciplined Project Management specialist to join our proven customer management team. A professional in attitude, accuracy, and follow-through, who can manage and grow existing relationships, connect with people, communicate effectively, and wow our customers. A proven track record in Project Management in the Home Services, Construction, or Custom Integration industry is expected.
Our Target Person is…
-A Specialist – wants to be empowered to make necessary decisions-Higher capacity – used to working in an environment with several projects going on at one time-Empathetic – reads people well, intuitively, accurately-Warm, friendly, and extroverted with an enthusiastic communication style-A self-starter that takes initiative but can also be cooperative, willing to accommodate and take direction-Faster paced and very efficient. Can push to get things done with accurate detail follow-up-Gets real satisfaction from helping others. Responds positively to pressure-A connector with people, skilled at developing productive long-term relationships
We offer…
A positive team environment and upside earning potential for your skillsCompensation: Competitive salary based on experience & growth
Benefits include:
o 401K with automatic contributions by the company
o Expanded health coverage
o Life insurance
o Paid Holidays
o PTO starting with 10 days of PTO in the first year
o Company-wide profit-sharing program
If you are up to this challenge, please forward your resume for consideration.Description:
Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of specific projects.
General Purpose:
To ensure consistency with company strategy, commitments, and goals.Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities -Lead the planning and implementation of project -Facilitate project scope, goals and deliverables -Define & manage project tasks and requirements -Plan and schedule project timelines -Assemble and coordinate project staff -Provide direction and support to project team -Coordinate with key partners, such as General Contractor, Interior Designer, Cabinet Builder, etc., to ensure that the project runs smoothly -Monitor and report on progress of project to all stakeholders, including problems and solutions -Track project deliverables using appropriate tools -Quality control & assurance Manage project budget, including tracking labor & parts used, while comparing to estimates -Involve the salesperson when actual project costs exceed estimated costs to come to a resolution acceptable to all parties -Initiate and manage normal project changes and interventions to achieve desired results -Work with the salesperson for all change orders that significantly alter the original scope of work -Work with the production team to ensure that all system changes are documented accordingly in order to create a final set of “As-Built” drawings -Collect progress payments as established by the agreed upon payment schedule -Perform final job inspections & ensure that all project details are completed per the original design intent and to the Client’s satisfaction -Coordinate the “Handoff Process” with the Client, Salesperson, & After-care Service Department including final Client walk-through and tutorials Desired Education and Experience -Qualification in project management -Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management -Knowledge of project management techniques and tools -Knowledge of general construction processes and standards -Experience reading and understanding project and building plans -Direct work experience in project management -Completion of Industry Specific training programs such as the CEDIA certification program -Proven experience in people management -Proven experience in strategic planning -Proven experience in risk management -Proven experience in change management -Proficient in project management software Key Competencies -Planning and organizing -Critical thinking and problem solving skills -Decision-making -Communication skills -Time Management -Attention to detail Influencing and leading -Delegation -Team work -Stress tolerance -Negotiation -Conflict management -Adaptability