Job Title: Head of Projects (Project Management)
Location: New York
About the Company:
A leading retail design agency specializing in innovative, high-quality fabrication solutions for luxury brands is seeking an experienced Head of Projects. This role involves working with top brands across Retail, Fashion, and Beauty sectors.
Job Overview:
We are looking for an experienced and visionary Head of Projects to lead a project management team. This role is critical in overseeing all stages of the project lifecyclefrom cost estimation to installation. The ideal candidate will bring a mix of technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a sharp design sensibility, ensuring projects consistently meet our high standards for quality and creativity.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Team Management: Guide and mentor the Production Project Management team, promoting collaboration and high performance.
- Develop and implement best practices for project management to ensure efficiency and consistency across all projects.
- Cost Estimation & Budget Oversight: Oversee the project cost estimation process, ensuring alignment with client budgets.
- Monitor budgets and financial performance, making necessary adjustments to maintain profitability.
- Project Planning & Execution: Create and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and workflows to achieve on-time and on-budget delivery.
- Coordinate efforts across design, fabrication, and installation teams to ensure flawless execution.
- Technical Design Review: Collaborate with design teams to provide technical guidance and ensure designs meet client specifications and industry standards.
- Sampling & Prototyping: Lead the sampling and prototyping stages to guarantee quality and maintain design integrity.
- Facilitate client feedback loops to refine samples and prototypes as needed.
- Installation Oversight: Manage the logistics and execution of the installation process to ensure successful project completion.
- Act as the primary client contact during installation, maintaining clear communication and ensuring satisfaction.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Architecture, Design, Engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of project management experience within the design or fabrication industry.
- Proven leadership ability with a strong track record of managing teams and delivering complex projects.
- In-depth knowledge of technical design, fabrication processes, and installation methods.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software.
What the Company Offers:
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.
- A dynamic, creative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- The chance to work on exciting projects with leading brands and cutting-edge designs.