PLATFFORM
Project Manager
TIDE Bankside
Platfform, a specialist furniture consultancy within Workplace Futures Group, partners with clients, designers and delivery teams to define, procure, install and maintain high-performance workplace furniture solutions.
The Position
We are looking for a Project Manager to join the team and help deliver projects under the guidance of our Operations Director.
The position is based in our London Bridge office, and most installations are in London or the home counties. The role includes early involvement with sales to deliver high quality furniture projects as part of the larger Design & Build group.
Projects range from small offices to multiple floors including complex product selections.
Duties include but are not limited to:
• Working cohesively within the Platfform Project management Team
• Managing projects from hand over to client completion independently.
• Coordinate suppliers and clients to ensure smooth deliveries and Installations.
• Creating space plan documents to support the installation process.
• Manage the installation and deliveries.
• Attend internal team meetings as well on-site client meetings.
• Undertake site surveys to ensure suitable access.
• Ability to overcome issues quickly and cost effectively with minimal disruption to client.
• Ability to resolve snagging issues quickly and effectively with minimum disruption to client.
• Look after key account installations, creating a strong working relationship with the client.
• Create small furniture contracts and installation cost plans.
• Manage relocation installations in collaboration with the client.
• Undertake small furniture audits
The Person
We would like our new Project Manager to think on their feet, have excellent communication skills and an understanding of the Design & Build industry. An understanding of furniture/installations is a bonus but not required.
The candidate needs to be able to work on their own, be organised and have the ability to cope well under pressure. Be self-motivated as well as working as part of a team to share the workload. They will be able to manage timelines, installation budgets, and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Full competency in the use of Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.
They will be able to meet the below criteria:
Essential:
• Understanding of the Design & Build Industry
• Strong project management skills to coordinate the various stages of the planning process.
Soft skills:
• Love for furniture and interior design
• Attention to details
• Professional and good behaviour
• Team player
What We Offer You:
• Industry-leading salary
• Company pension scheme
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Death in Service benefit
• Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Scheme
• Regular company social events throughout the year
• Opportunities for CPD and career progression
• In-house personal development & training
• Employee mental health & wellbeing support