Our client is an awarded luxury interior design firm based in Vancouver, BC offering interior design and decorating services for residential renovations and new construction. They focus on luxury, high end interior design, customized around each of their client's lifestyle and specific goals.

About You

The Project Manager works closely with the Creative Director to ensure quality execution of design projects and manage the small team of exceptional humans. You have a depth of experience in interior design (or architecture) that you draw on to deliver projects to a consistently high level. Highly organized and tactical by nature, you have the demonstrated skill set to keep projects on time, on budget, and on spec. Responsible for managing and developing our small team, you care about people and are confident balancing individual needs with the needs of the business. In addition, as the operational lead, you will be responsible for managing organizational buildouts, dedicated to championing an environment of continuous improvement.

ResponsibilitiesINTERIOR DESIGN

• Collaborate on concept, specification, and design development of projects with the Creative Director
• Conduct meetings with clients to discuss their needs and style preferences, managing all project documentation and records
• Generate presentation materials for client proposals
• Manage and produce drawings and specification packages for client presentation, permit and construction
• Prepare construction documents and review specifications
• Oversee project budget and schedules to ensure timelines are met and costs are appropriately managed; proactively identify when issues arise and provide timely communication to the appropriate stakeholders

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Work with interior designers to build teams and timelines for new / proposed projects and manage the team for continued project success
• Manage projects from conception through to completion, ensuring effective collaboration, communication, and execution to deliver exceptional results
• Monitor project contract / subcontract progress
• Support design team with organization and management of installs
• Work with project teams to develop, implement, and share tools and protocols for delivering successful projects and implementing quality assurance/control

LEADERSHIP

• Work with the Creative Director to implement strategic goals across the organization
• Prepare and present reports to communicate workload forecasts and project metrics
• Regularly meet with the Intermediate Interior Design team to solicit feedback, offer support, monitor project staffing, and project performance
• Manage collaboration across teams to ensure quality deliverables on time and on budget

FINANCE

• Review job costing on projects to stay on budget and manage margins
• Oversee the annual budget, providing regular reporting on variances to inform financial decisions
• Monitor cash flow; forecast revenue based on billing potentials and anticipate expenditures
• Monitor AP, AR, procurement expenses, and reconciliations

PEOPLE

• Day to day management of the team, encouraging professional growth through open communication, compassionate feedback, and accountability
• Work with the Creative Director to develop strategic training and recruitment based on team skill, current and future needs

Skills & Experience

• 4+ years interior design, architecture, or similar experience, having worked on high-end bespoke residential homes or a combination of luxury commercial and residential design
• Experience working in a project management role, preferably managing complex creative projects
• University degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or equivalent
• Strong working knowledge of the BC Building Code and bylaws
• Strong graphic and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Sketchup, Rhino (or other 3D software), and Adobe Creative Suite; experience using Google Workspace considered an asset
• Experience successfully managing a small team
• An interest in a career trajectory in project management
• Computer proficient; we use Google Workspace, Studio Designer, Dext, and Teamwork
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Driven to achieve impeccable results
• Detail-oriented and motivated to achieve deadlines
• Consistent, transparent communication
• Adaptable and inclusive
• Access to a vehicle and having a valid driver's license

Bonus Points

• PMP designation
• Previous experience implementing new software
• Experience working on high-end bespoke residential homes or a combination of luxury commercial and residential design

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Tuition reimbursement for approved continuing education programs
• Option for hybrid work, based on manager approval
• Office closed the last week of the year
• Work schedule flexibility
• Performance based bonuses