Project Manager - Millwork

Project Manager - MillworkiMBranded is one of the nation's leading providers of facility imaging programs. We are a full-service manufacturer of fixtures, furniture and graphic products specializing in the retail automotive segment with OEMs and the dealer network.The Project Manager is responsible for the on time and cost optimizing delivery of all millwork projects assigned to them by the Senior Project Manager. In concert with these obligations, the Project Manager is expected to ensure a world class experience for customers throughout a project's lifecycle. The Project Manager will obtain critical project data from customers and field reps alike and accurately disseminate this data to internal stakeholders who will help to facilitate the project's completion. This position will monitor and manage every phase of a millwork Project through effective communication and coordination with other functional areas of the Company (production, field reps, design, install, etc.), in addition to communication with customers. Furthermore, this role is tasked with assisting in the determination of project resource requirements and the creation of project schedules and budgets and then monitoring those schedules and budgets to ensure they're met. The Project Manager will consistently review customer orders to ensure accurate and on time product delivery, while, at the same time, monitoring costs to ensure estimates are met or beaten.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (include but are not limited to)Manage assigned projects during their lifecycle to ensure optimal profitability through effective planning/organization and monitoring of each project phase.Ensure the timely and quality fulfillment of customer orders through communication, coordination, and teamwork with other functional areasAssist in determining production timing/prioritization through planning with various stakeholders (Millwork & Graphic Production areas, Design, etc.) and work with these parties to implement new products and/or processesEffectively communicate information both written and verbal, issues, requests, & other pertinent items to internal and external parties to ensure projects stay on time, on budget and within scope of committed deliverablesReview CAD drawings (layouts & machining files) for accuracyEnter pertinent data into company cost accounting systems as needed and forecast accuratelyMaintain current knowledge of the millwork programs, specifically staying abreast of materials used or pertinent technological advancesOther duties as assigned by Manager/Company ManagementREQUIRED SKILLS/COMPETENCIES (include but are not limited to)Proficiency with computers and the MS Office Suite, Excel and Word mandatoryExcellent communication skills, both written and oral with internal and external customersExtensive knowledge of millwork production materials & techniques including the ability to read/interpret blueprint and CAD drawingsDetailed, with strong time management and organizational skillsCoordinate with general contractors, architects, design groups and third-party resourcesAbility to manage complex projectsBasic math skills and the ability to read a tape measureCritical thinking/problem solving skillsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or equivalent2+ years of demonstrated success managing architectural millwork projects/programs from a cost, quality and customer relations perspectiveDemonstrated successful experience working both autonomously and with others in a fast-paced environment, requiring strong attention to detailPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience as a millwork fabricator and/or a millwork CAD designerBachelor's Degree in business and/or Project Management certificationDirect experience with rollout project managementPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (include but are not limited to)The ability to stay seated for extended periods working at a computerWill walk around to coordinate work or engage coworkers dailyWORK ENVIRONMENTSome minor exposure to saw dust created in product fabricationExposure to the sounds of a variety of shop machinery (saws, etc.)WHO WE AREiMBranded is a leading national manufacturer specializing in architectural millwork and large format graphics across multiple industries including retail, hospitality, automotive and finance. Since 1996, we have been building branded environments for some of the world's largest brands. Our team of experts understand the importance of even the most finite details of every fixture and how it brings the power of your brand to life.