Signage Project Manager / Technical Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Signage Project Manager / Technical Designer

Certified is a Midtown Manhattan graphics and signage company with over 20 years of experience. We are looking for a full-time Signage Project Manager / Technical Designer to help create shop drawings, coordinate production, and manage signage projects from approval through installation.

Compensation: $65,000–$75,000 per year, based on signage experience
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person, Midtown Manhattan

This is an in-person role for someone with experience in the signage industry who understands how signs are designed, produced, and installed.

Responsibilities:

• Create technical shop drawings for ADA, interior, exterior, and architectural signage.
• Prepare production-ready artwork and design files using Illustrator, CorelDRAW, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Review project details, measurements, materials, and client requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, production staff, and installers
• Track project timelines from design approval through fabrication and installation.
• Help schedule production and installation work.
• Review proofs, drawings, and production details for accuracy.
• Support the team with site details, revisions, and project follow-up.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in the signage industry.
• Experience creating technical drawings or production files for signage.
• Strong knowledge of ADA signage, exterior signage, materials, and production methods.
• Proficiency with Illustrator, CorelDRAW, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at once.
• Excellent communication skills with clients, vendors, and internal team members.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to commute to Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY 10019.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with sign-making equipment.
• Knowledge of signage installation methods.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Associate degree or related design/technical training.

If you have hands-on experience in the signage industry and enjoy managing projects from drawings through installation, we encourage you to apply.