COMPANY OVERVIEW:

CREO Industrial Arts is a custom fabricator that has been producing high-end architectural products for over 40 years. We execute the vision of the world’s finest architects, experiential graphics designers, landscape architects, and exhibit designers, producing extremely high fit and finish custom products for a wide variety of venues.
From the smallest, most detailed piece to large, multi-story structures, CREO does it all. Every project is different, but what they all have in common is the sophistication of the design and the industry’s highest standard of quality.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Sr. Project Manager manages the overall project direction, completion and financial outcome for both small and large scale environmental graphics projects. He/she is responsible for administering client and subcontractor relationships, while providing direction and mentoring of team members in all areas of project management. The position requires business management acumen and must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and time management skills, as well as have strong communication and client service skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 5 years at time-in-grade as a Project Manager or similar leadership role preferably in a construction career field.
• Detail oriented individual with excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple project management efforts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good math/accounting skills.
• Strong decision making/problem solving skills
• Proven track record exhibiting leadership qualities.
• Ability to develop and or maintain relationships with team, clients, designers and subcontractors.
• Proficient in office productivity software (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Project) as well as common internet tools and resources, and an ability to effectively leverage them.
• Willingness to Travel

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Project Management experience in the construction or sign industry
• BA Degree
• Familiarity with any or all of the following is a plus:
• Metal Fabrication
• Electrical Signage
• Graphic & Typography Processes
• Architectural Drawings and Site Plans

• Manage all aspects of the project from inception through design, execution and closeout.
• Manage the overall performance of project including, project status, schedule, cost control, and change management.
• Attend and lead project meetings, including client, project planning, production kick offs, project status, etc.
• Maintain strong, positive relationships with clients, designers, consultants and subcontractors.
• Assist in researching fabrication options, and creation of submittal samples, mock-ups and prototypes as needed.
• Manage the project procurement process including the final selection and contracting of subcontractor services.
• Assist and or lead in the QA effort, by periodically inspecting elements to ensure accurate interpretation of design intent.
• Manage the permit process, including the overseeing the preparation and submittal of documents for permit, coordination of inspections, and archiving of original signed documents.
• Manage billings for the project including the preparation of a schedule of values and monthly billing projections.
• Generate and maintain detailed records of all drawings, client communications, contract documents, permits, and any all other project related documentation.
• Coordinate and manage the onsite installation process.
• Develop and maintain site logistics plan, in coordination with Client, General Contractor, CREO Site Superintendent and Installation Subcontractor.
• Coordinate and manage onsite installation.
• Delegate responsibility when necessary to ensure that the project/tasks run smoothly.
• Coach and mentor Project Managers, Project Engineers and Project Assistants.
• Manage the day to day activities of the assigned Project Engineer and/or Project Assistant.
• Assess training needs for new and existing employees.
• Evaluate the success of the Project Management processes and recommend changes where necessary.
• Other Duties as directed by the Director of Project Manager