Why work for us?
At Weishaupt Design Group, we strive to make work a rewarding experience. As part of Weishaupt Design Group, you will be immersed in the world of design as a participant in a diverse, innovative team that lives our core values of collaboration, positivity, dependability, and courage.
The success of our business is thanks to the amazing efforts of every single member of our group. Here are some of the ways we make sure that working for us is an awesome experience:
- Competitive Salary
- RRSP/401K Matching program
- Health and Dental Benefits – premium paid 100%
- Employee Assistance Program
- 50% employee discount on our products
- Employee Recognition Program
- Anniversary credit program
- Social events throughout the year
Does this sound like a great fit?
WEISHAUPT DESIGN GROUP is a North American-based furniture retailer, manufacturer, and distributor engaged in both residential and contract markets, offering classic-contemporary designs with timeless style and enduring quality.
We are currently seeking a Project (Coordinator?). Reporting to the Director of Project Management, this position spans existing and on-going projects and development and leadership for new initiatives. This is an opportunity for a dynamic professional to have daily input into our North American development opportunities. Duties will include, but not limited to:
Job responsibilities
Key function: Management, implementation, control and completion of new and existing construction and renovation projects as well as maintenance of all WDG facilities and locations across North America. To ensure all projects are aligned with strategy, commitments, and goals of the organization.
- Devising feasible plans that achieve goals and objectives of the various construction projects and is aligned with organizational business strategy. Includes defining project scope, determining available resources, estimating time and financial commitment and determining method and frequency of monitoring and reporting on project progress
- Assemble and lead project teams, including assigning tasks and deadlines, providing necessary collaboration tools, meeting regularly, charting progress and problem solving as required
- Define, schedule and accurately estimate task duration to develop and maintain a realistic schedule
- Creation of, monitoring and ability to adhere to budgets including ability to accurately estimate, monitor actual compared to planned spend and adjustments as required.
- Risk and issue management related to construction projects
- Wholistic process documentation and frequent reporting of status/progress to various stakeholders
- Daily management and coordination of stakeholders and external parties including, but not limited to, contractors, municipalities, architects, interior architects and designers and other various suppliers.
Requirements
- 3-5 years in a project management role
- Experience in construction project management - a must
- G class drivers license
- Access to a reliable vehicle 5 days per week
- Project Management qualification (PMP) or equivalent
- Theoretical and practical project management knowledge
- Knowledge of project management techniques
- Experience in strategic planning, risk management and/or change management
- Proficiency in project management software tools
Competencies
- Outstanding communication skills, open to feedback, able to connect with a variety of different personality styles
- Exceptional time management skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast paced, complex business environment
- Team player collaborative attitude
- Quality and satisfaction orientation
- Resourceful problem solver
- Critical thinking skills
- Proven leadership skills
- Experience in contract negotiation and conflict resolution
We recognize that deciding to change jobs is an important decision and we thank you for considering us in your choice. For more information about our businesses, please visit www.weishauptdesign.com