On behalf of a leading local retail design agency, we are looking for a talented Project Manager with a passion for delivering innovative and creative display solutions.
Working alongside the design team and reporting to the Account Director, the successful candidate will use their POS/POP industry expertise and excellent project management skills to organise and deliver a fantastic final installation. You will be responsible for delivering assigned projects on scheme, within budget and to the highest standards.
* £30,000 - £38,000 depending on experience
* 20 days annual leave (+ bank holidays)
* Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
* Based on-site
Duties and responsibilities:
* Managing and running the fast turnaround of projects for luxury and high-profile brands, keeping to a specified timescale, quality and budget
* Taking responsibility for retail projects from design through to installation
* Recording and managing projects and variations of the project as they change
* Producing project timelines and schedules
* Liaising with and booking contractors and other external resources
* Liaising with the design team, installation team and all other key departments
* Problem solving and constantly supporting the production team
* Planning and prioritising a busy workload
Skills and experience required:
* Extensive experience in a similar Project Management role within a retail design and installation business
* Thorough, in-depth knowledge of the retail design sector, with an up-to-date awareness of trends and industry developments
* Sound understanding of design and manufacturing processes (especially MDF / wood)
* Experience of using AutoCAD would be an advantage, although not essential
* Skilled at carrying a project through its critical path, reliably meeting deadlines
* IT proficient, with a good knowledge of MS Office
* Self-motivated, with a “can-do” approach to any challenge, and a commitment to finding solutions
* A positive, proactive communicator, adept at negotiation
* Demonstrates attention to detail and accuracy
* Good organisation and time-management skills