Project Manager

Object Construction, Inc.•East Los Angeles, CA

2d•$77,000 - $112,000

About The Position

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Project Manager will be responsible for managing the execution of projects of varying sizes and scope, from inception to completion. This role involves maintaining strong client relationships, ensuring a consistent client experience, and focusing on return business. The ideal candidate should have extensive knowledge of fabrication techniques specific to retail build-outs, special events, staging, theater, and fixture and furniture projects.

Requirements

Minimum 5-8 years of management experience and/or leading a team.
Proficient in reading blueprints and shop drawings.
Comprehensive knowledge of construction and building materials.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and team orientation.
Ability to adapt to constant change and work under pressure.
Willingness to travel and work nights and weekends as needed.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SketchUp, Adobe Illustrator, or CAD software is preferred.
OSHA 10 Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Maintain and grow client relationships by providing excellent communication and service, ensuring a positive client experience.
Manage projects from start to finish, anticipating client needs, identifying potential project hurdles, and proactively providing solutions.
Maintain proper communication channels with clients and internal departments, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Attend site visits, document detailed notes of venues and delivery sites, and coordinate project logistics.
Track and maintain project budgets, including labor and expenses.
Coordinate and manage all logistics related to assigned projects, including scheduling crew and managing production schedules.
Oversee in-house fabrication, vendor management, installation, and load-out of all project elements.
Ensure production needs, quality standards, and timelines are met in a cost-effective manner.
Organize and lead pre-production, kickoff, and periodic team alignment meetings.
Reconcile all production materials, tools, and inventory items post-event and complete project wrap-ups.
Maintain discipline to procedures in accordance with safety, quality, engineering, human resources, and finance department guidelines.
Prepare reports as necessary.
Ensure the attainment of productivity goals.
Enforce all company policies and procedures.
Support company culture and initiatives.
Train and coach staff on a regular basis.