JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Project Manager (SPM) plays a key role in successfully executing design and construction projects. This position is responsible for setting project goals and objectives, coordinating with clients to establish clear expectations and managing all phases of the project from start to finish. This includes establishing project budgets, timelines and milestones, determining levels of innovation and creating mechanisms to track and report on project progress. As a leader, the SPM delegates tasks, monitors project activities and makes sure project deliverables are met on schedule and within budget.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project Management: Define project goals, budgets and timelines; coordinate with clients to confirm understanding and alignment. Ability to negotiate contracts and understand contract language.
• Team Leadership: Delegate responsibilities effectively, balancing independence and oversight for team members. Provide direction of client visualization to team members.
• Progress Reporting: Provide consistent updates to the Director of Interiors without prompting, staying proactive on potential issues and solutions.
• Problem-Solving: Take responsibility for resolving project challenges and makes sure team members are recognized for their successes. Ability to listen and visualize the clients desired outcomes.
• Ethical Standards: Uphold company values, legal regulations and ethical standards in all decisions and actions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related field (NCIDQ certification is a plus)
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, including a strong understanding of design, construction and contract language.  Experience with fully engineered projects would be preferred. 
• Skills: Proficiency in project planning, prioritization, cost management, client relations and control software (CAD, Revit, Excel, Word). Strong negotiation, interpersonal and leadership abilities. Ability to work independently and with a team.

REQUIREMENTS

• Professional Skills: Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing tasks and handle client relations with professionalism.
• Physical: Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds, maneuver in construction site environments and sit or stand for extended periods.
• Working Conditions: Based primarily in an office setting, with regular travel to job sites and occasional extended hours.

AUTHORITY + ACCOUNTABILITY

• Authority: Train junior team members and make sure all project-related decisions align with company standards.
• Accountability: Responsible for meeting all project goals, with performance evaluated by the VPO.

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Gray Design Group is an equal opportunity employer.