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Effective Sign Works
Project Manager- Sign Industry
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What they do
A Project Manager manages work on projects with a defined scope, start and completion point. Leads project teams, manages project budgets and schedules; manages contractors and communications with stakeholders. May manage projects in construction, information technology or in other industries.
$112,642 / year median in New Jersey
-10% projected decline
Job Description
Join a growing and winning Team as Project Manager! Founded in 1999 Effective Sign Works is a NJ based, full service sign company specializing in custom signage and brand rollouts. From single location small business applications to multi-state expansions, Effective Sign Works creates logo design, signage manufacturing and expert brand management including installations, of virtually any sign application across the US. Some of our clients include, Fulton Bank, Kearny Bank, CBRE, Retro Fitness, Aldi, Five Guys, Hallmark, Lightbridge Academy, Macy's, Six Flags, Cooper Health, Mavis Tire, UPS, Massage Envy, AtlantiCare, Paris Baguette, Kiddie Academy, Children of America, Storage King USA and many more.
Position Summary:
The Project Manager is a key role within the Operations Team and will be responsible to manage multiple sign and branding projects from signed contract through permitting, fabrication and installation with maximum efficiency and cost control. In this role, you must be able to develop and implement smart purchasing processes, maintain production timeliness and quality control, and develop lasting relationships with customers, vendors and internal staff.Position Details:
Develop and execute a detailed manufacturing plan for small and large projects Communicate with customers and/or other project managers on job status and target installation dates, then implement this information into current production schedule Coordinate timely and cost controlled material procurement for production and develop a top supply chain Develop strong and lasting relationships with supply partners Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and of high quality Implement and help create departmental policies, goals, objectives, and procedures Comprehend work orders, shop drawings, bill of material, intent of installation Control departmental inventory Understanding and evaluating of fabrication methods for maximum efficiency Interact with Production and Installation teams to ensure clear communication and maximum job throughput Able to work in a shop environment including forklift operation, crating and uncrating of goods, general facility cleanup and light maintenance upon requestQualifications:
- Team player and leader who is cooperative, approachable, motivated and dedicated to helping others succeed in a small company environment
- Great sense of humor and a stable positive attitude
- Possess an unrelenting drive to succeed and win, sense of urgency and passion for excellence
- Strong organizational and time management skills to support competing priorities
- Solid project management skills for technical, schedule, cost and risk management
- Ability to quickly foster relationships and credibility at all levels
- Bachelor's degree in technology, engineering or business-related field preferred
- Budget and costing experience including tracking and reporting
- Must have a strategic vision and understand custom manufacturing
- Industry (commercial / electrical) experience preferred - provide key technical, operational, business development and administrative support Ability to lead others Enjoy the following benefits:
- Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
- Paid ongoing training
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Excellent pay with performance bonus opportunities
- 401K with match
- Bereavement Compensation
- Employee Referral Program
- Creative and non-repetitive work
- Solid team with caring and dedicated staff
- Rewarding culture