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Leeds Professional Resources lists this Project Manager opportunity in richmond, va, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Title: Commercial Interiors & Furniture Project Manager Location: Richmond, VA
Job Summary:
The Commercial Interiors & Furniture Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering commercial interior construction, furniture procurement, and workplace transformation projects from initiation through closeout. This role serves as the primary point of contact for clients, vendors, furniture manufacturers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards.
The Project Manager oversees furniture procurement, installation logistics, project schedules, budgets, risk management, and stakeholder communications while maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Management
Manage multiple commercial interiors and furniture projects simultaneously.
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
Lead project kickoff meetings and establish project objectives, milestones, and deliverables.
Monitor project progress and proactively identify and resolve issues.
Ensure compliance with contract requirements, project specifications, and company standards.
Coordinate project closeout activities, punch lists, and final documentation.
Client Relationship Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
Conduct regular project status meetings and provide progress updates.
Manage client expectations regarding scope, budget, schedule, and deliverables.
Build and maintain long-term client relationships.
Furniture Procurement & Installation
Coordinate furniture specification reviews, purchasing, and order management.
Track furniture production schedules, shipping, and delivery timelines.
Collaborate with manufacturers, dealers, installers, and logistics providers.
Manage installation schedules and oversee onsite furniture installations.
Resolve procurement, delivery, and product quality issues.
Construction & Design Coordination
Collaborate with interior designers, architects, consultants, and contractors.
Review construction schedules to align furniture and occupancy timelines.
Coordinate site readiness requirements for furniture delivery and installation.
Participate in site walks, inspections, and coordination meetings.
Budget & Financial Management
Prepare and manage project budgets and forecasts.
Track project costs, change orders, and invoices.
Review vendor proposals and negotiate pricing where appropriate.
Ensure project profitability and financial performance targets are achieved.
Assist with billing and project financial reporting.
Vendor & Contractor Management
Source and manage relationships with furniture manufacturers, subcontractors, and service providers.
Evaluate vendor performance and ensure quality standards are met.
Coordinate contracts, purchase orders, and service agreements.
Risk Management
Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Monitor schedule impacts, procurement delays, and budget variances.
Ensure compliance with safety requirements and project procedures.
Qualifications:
Education
Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Interior Design, Construction Management, Business Administration, Architecture, or related field preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Experience
1–5+ years of project management experience in commercial interiors, furniture dealerships, workplace solutions, architecture, construction, or related industries.
Experience managing furniture procurement and installation projects.
Experience working with commercial office, healthcare, education, government, or corporate workplace environments preferred.
Who can apply
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