Associate Project Manager

Arktura LLC • Carson, CA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Project Execution, the AS Associate Project Manager manages all phases of assigned custom and/or premium Architectural Specialties projects—coordinating across Sales, Design/CAD resources, Operations/Production, suppliers, and customers—from project award/order receipt through submittals/approvals, production, shipment, and closeout. The role serves as the primary customer point of contact for project execution, ensuring customer requirements and design intent are translated into manufacturable solutions while optimizing cost, schedule, quality, and overall customer experience.

Requirements

• Proven ability to prioritize, multi-task, and manage multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and concisely with diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings (e.g., floor plans/RCP, sections/details) and use commercial construction terms.
• Strong general mathematical skills (e.g., basic calculations related to dimensions/areas and commercial impacts).
• Customer-facing experience and professional phone/email presence.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with evolving processes.
• Associate’s degree required—ideally in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Interior Design, or related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant project management experience in construction, architectural products, manufacturing, or a related industry; design or commercial interiors experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with construction project processes (submittals, approvals, change orders) and/or construction industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of design/modeling tools such as Rhino 3D, SketchUp, Grasshopper, and/or Revit preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word) and general computer/software proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred—ideally in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Interior Design, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Owns project performance for assigned projects, including schedule, quality, scope, and commercial outcomes (e.g., cost impacts and margin considerations).
• Develops and maintains project plans, schedules, and milestone tracking; proactively escalates issues/risks and drives timely resolution.
• Manages project risks to ensure customer satisfaction and minimize claims, delays, and rework.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and up-to-date project files and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Measures and monitors project performance using appropriate tools and techniques; identifies opportunities to improve execution efficiency and customer outcomes.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for customers and external stakeholders; ensures an effective, consistent communication process (status, milestones, deliverables, and issue resolution).
• Owns the flow of information from customer to internal project team, ensuring requirements are clearly understood and executed.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders across the project lifecycle to deliver successful outcomes and promote repeat business.
• Provides leadership and coordination to project resources (e.g., CAD/design, project coordination, and other support functions) to ensure accuracy, quality, and timeliness of submittals and customer deliverables.
• Oversees preparation and routing of approval packages, samples/mock-ups (as applicable), and required signoffs to support on-time production release.
• Manages the change order process, including documentation, customer communication, schedule impacts, and internal alignment.
• Applies architectural and manufacturing knowledge to clarify design intent, confirm constructability/manufacturability, and align solutions with product capabilities, budget, and timeline.
• Reviews drawings and supporting documentation for alignment with project specifications; supports resolution of design-related issues that impact cost, schedule, or installation.
• Maintains a comprehensive understanding of product systems and options; advises customers on applications and customizations to meet performance and aesthetic objectives.
• Collaborates with Production/Operations to ensure projects are manufactured on time and to required standards; coordinates issue resolution to maintain delivery commitments.
• Partners with suppliers and outside vendors to coordinate specialty materials and services; supports mock-up/sample completion and approvals prior to production when needed.

Benefits

• 401k with employee match
• robust health care options
• paid time off
• professional development
• casual dress code
• free snacks
• quarterly events
• community service activities
• access to 100’s of discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through LifeMart such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare
• Employee Resource Groups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree