Project Manager

EMPIRE OFFICE INC•Atlanta, GA

16d•Remote

About The Position

Empire Office is currently seeking a Project Manager to join our growing team. The function of this position is to provide direct oversight to each Project from beginning stages of budgeting to close out with the client. This position is highly interactive and is responsible for on-site delivery and installation management for all furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FFE) items. This role is responsible for monitoring and communicating with all necessary vendors for each step of a given project to make sure that we meet and exceed the customer’s expectation.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years work experience in facility management, design, or related office furniture experience
Technical / professional training or two-year degree
Proven organizational and follow through skills
Proficient Microsoft Office knowledge (Outlook/Excel/Word)
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to work hours as needed to support team and meet customer expectations
Possesses strong interpersonal skills
Proficient with mathematical disciplines
Ability to read and understand construction drawings, furniture spec plans or other architectural drawings
Ability to analyze problem solve and make decisions following company protocols
Ability to travel on as a needed basis

Responsibilities

Review all FFE items and coordinate with Client or architects Consisting of Film/Signage/Furniture/Vending/Plants/Accessories/Supplies
Review client needs on project-by-project basis
Receive project kickoff information
Attend project meetings, construction meetings and conference calls
Establish milestone dates for all vendors
Develop preliminary delivery and installation schedule for all FFE Vendors
Coordinate field verification of critical demands
Coordinate deliveries with General Contractor, trades workers and building management for all FFE vendors (i.e. elevators)
Request and assemble installation documents and provide installation books
Spot check order and counts
Check all incoming deliveries to ensure accuracy of product
Coordinate with electrician and data on site
Make sure the site is maintained and any excess product is managed appropriately
Continually monitor site and the progress of the job
Troubleshoot any on site issues
Bring back any additional work orders from the field and work with Sales and Operations
Coordinate training with manufacturers on proper use of furniture
Prepare punch list and submit verification of the resolution on all items
Coordinate and schedule all punch issues for FFE vendors
Establish and attend furniture walk through
Duties could include helping with placement/staging of accessory items
Coordinate with client on final closeout or project