Project Manager (Associate to Senior Level)

Emerald Blue•Mcfarland, WI

30d

About The Position

We are seeking a Project Manager and are open to candidates at various experience levels, from Associate to Senior. Responsibilities and compensation will be based on experience level. Senior candidates may lead strategic initiatives, while associate-level candidates will focus on supporting project execution and career growth. Who We Are: At Emerald Blue, we’re not just about commercial furniture installation; we’re about transforming spaces and enhancing experiences across diverse industries, including healthcare, hospitality, sports, education, and corporate environments. Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. PRIMARY FUNCTION Manage the scope, schedule and budget for client projects. Act as main point of contact for internal project team, client team; and third-party product and service partners. Request, analyze and negotiate 3rd party labor bids in markets across the nation. Provide direction and guidance to other labor trades (cabling, electrical, etc.). Successfully lead and manage projects to continuously deliver upon agreed expectations which include managing costs and resources and minimizing errors. Increase revenue by identifying opportunities to sell services with clients. Communicate project status, issues, and other relevant information with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

2+ years’ experience in construction or commercial interiors industry
Experience with project management applications and methodologies
Excellent negotiation skills
Understand and manage financial drivers
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Ability to travel outside of the office, may include occasional overnight or out of state travel

Nice To Haves

Experience with commercial furniture systems and/or flooring products, application, and installation
Experience with project management tools (ie. Procore, Plan Grid, Microsoft Project).
Understand and interpret design and construction plans
Experience with working with other trades on a project such as electrical and cabling
Knowledge of state labor laws and regulations
4-year degree
Project Management Certification

Responsibilities

Manage the scope, schedule and budget for small and large, or complex client projects. Act as main point of contact with project team, client, and contractors.
Develop and manage project schedule and timeline. Establish and coordinate delivery phasing of product with service providers. Coordinate and lead project team meetings, and ensure accurate information is communicated to all internal and external stakeholders in a timely manner.
Manage and/or assist design team with checking specifications against plans. Provide value engineering solutions and communicate required changes to project team.
Request, negotiate, and manage pricing from third party service and product providers. Manage budget to actual costs for each project.
Schedule and facilitate pre-installation project meetings with project team, contractors and other labor trades. Communicate project requirements, timing, and work plans with client, general contractor or other responsible party designated by the client.
Conduct construction site evaluations, pre-install walk throughs, field measurements to ensure installation readiness and success.
Track project progress and risks using reporting tools. Provide regular status updates to stakeholders and proactively address issues.
Oversee on-site project execution through completion. Manage and approve all project scope, schedule, budget and process changes. Resolve installation challenges and product issues.
Schedule and lead punch list walkthrough with client and contractors. Document and communicate action items and ensure timely resolution and client sign-off.
Coordinate and manage inventories of client owned product as needed.
Drive project management profitability by tracking billable hours and aligning actuals with estimates; report variances to the sales team.
Collaborate closely with the sales team as a key contributor to business development. Participate in client meetings, share project processes and insights, assist with RFP responses, and identify opportunities to expand services or introduce additional products—reinforcing a unified, client-focused selling strategy.
Ensure adherence to operational standards and procedures. Continuously seek ways to improve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and client satisfaction.
While this job description accurately represents the current primary duties of the role, functions may be adapted as necessary to meet business need.