Project Manager Jobs - Elgin, Illinois (IL)


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Company Name: Rieke Interiors
Location: Elgin, IL
Employment Type: Full Time
Category: Sales Support
Pay: $75000 - $90000 per year View All Jobs at Rieke Interiors
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Project Manager - Job Description


Position: PROJECT MANAGER

Supervisor: Operations Manager

Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours per week

FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt

Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 depending upon experience

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Project Manager whose primary role is to provide excellent customer service to our clients. This person will lead the Project Teams in all aspects of project management with design and manufacturing from conception through completion. They will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in design, furniture manufacturing & project management, with excellent communication skills and the ability to lead cross-functional teams. This individual will also define the project's objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Team Leadership: Mentor and guide team members to promote collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
  • Budget Management: Manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality standards. Be a resource for the Project Coordinators in budget development.
  • Manage project resources and teams from project inception to close.
  • Coordination: Coordinate with designers, engineers, and production teams to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
  • Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, milestones, and resource allocation to ensure successful completion. Prepare and deliver project reports, proposals, required documentation, and presentations.
  • All Project Scheduling from project inception to completion.
  • Project Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for entire project and all stakeholders (clients, sales, design, procurement, production, shipping/receiving, purchasing, risk management)
  • Manage all communications and expectations throughout the project lifecycle. Conduct site visits during the project
  • Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project continuity.
  • Quality Control: Ensure that all deliverables meet the company's quality standards and client expectations through regular reviews and inspections. Document project progress, troubleshoot issues, lead quality assurance and confirm schedules are met
  • Timeline Management: Track project progress, adjusting timelines and resources as necessary to meet deadlines.
  • Reporting: Provide regular updates and progress reports to stakeholders, including management and clients.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in Design, Architecture, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field or Equivalent Experience.
  • PMP Certification and completed CEU each year required. 3-5 years management experience leading 2-4 project coordinators and administrators required.
  • Proven experience (7+ years) as a Project Manager in a design firm or furniture manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
  • Proficient in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Hive, AutoCad) is preferred
  • Proficient knowledge in Microsoft office suite and outlook
  • Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with a diverse range of stakeholders.
  • Ability to interpret design specifications, technical drawings and construction blueprints is a must.
  • Familiarity with sustainable design practices and materials is a plus.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU!

  • A fun and energetic environment!
  • A company with Core Values:
    • Teamwork, Respectful, Reliable, Responsive and Can-Do Attitude.
  • Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life & AD&D Insurance (company provided and supplemental), PTO, and Paid Holidays.
  • Beautiful office setting that was designed by our own interior designers. Our team loves working in our building!







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