Space Planning Associate FF&E Project Manager

F. Schumacher & Co.•New York, NY

43d•$60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

Our Space Planning team is looking to add a dynamic Project Manager to their team. The Associate FF&E Project Manager role will play an important part in supporting expansion and renovation projects. This position will manage all aspects of FF&E procurement and implementation while aligning with the brand's vision, design standards, budget, timeline and operational needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in interior design, architecture, or related field preferred.
2-5 years of experience in FF&E coordination, interior design, or retail store/showroom design.
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite for presentations and work orders.
Strong Excel or management software skills for tracking budgets, schedules, and procurement.
Strong understanding of furniture, finishes, lighting, and materials used in retail spaces.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborative and proactive approach to problem solving
Ability to travel for installations.

Nice To Haves

Proficient in AutoCAD is a plus.
Experience with multi-location rollouts is a plus.
A passion for beauty, style and all things design

Responsibilities

Coordinate the sourcing, specification, and procurement of all FF&E items for new store builds and remodels. This includes but is not limited to ordering fabric, wallpaper, furniture, lighting, appliances, hardware.
Maintain accurate FF&E schedules, budgets, and tracking logs from design through delivery and installation.
Coordinate all deliveries to and from workrooms/warehouses and manage on site installations.
Manage work orders, pricing, lead times, and substitutions as needed to meet project budget and timelines.
Communicate regularly with designers, project managers, vendors, and contractors to ensure timely approvals and deliveries.
Prepare and review work orders, review vendor shop drawings and submittals to confirm compliance with design intent.
Assist in developing and maintaining corporate FF&E standards and libraries to ensure efficiency and consistency across all locations.
Develop strong vendor relationships to negotiate preferred pricing and special partnerships.
Work with finance department and vendors on payment terms, vendor set up, and invoice processing.