Design Project Manager Jobs & Careers

Our client is a bespoke business creating contemporary and heritage lighting crafted by artisans for residences, hotels, superyachts and restaurants.

As Project Manager you will be responsible for the overall planning, direction, coordination, execution, control and completion of assigned projects, with a view to improving internal efficiency, increased margins and external customer satisfaction.

Other duties will be:

• Preparing and implementing a structure project plan
• Defining the resource requirements and ensuring the team has the correct support required
• Managing and monitoring the project plan and budgets
• Managing stakeholders and liaising with design, production, customers, sales and purchasing
• Coordinating the placing of supplier orders
• Ensuring all products are market competitive and meet customer needs
• Driving improvements and efficiencies through review of project management performance

Skills and experience needed for the Project Manager:

• At least 5 years’ relevant experience to include project management
• Excellent planning and organising skills
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills
• A self-starter with drive for results and able to work independently
• Leadership qualities to direct and motivate the team
• Approachable team player with ability to build relationships at all levels

In return:

This is an on-site role, Monday to Friday, salary range £35k to £45k, 25 days holidays + bank holidays, plus pension and life insurance. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client creates diverse projects, spanning from one-of-a-kind art pieces to a substantial number of bespoke furniture items and decorative panelling for larger projects. As a Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in bringing these unique and varied projects to life. Managing multiple projects concurrently, including high-profile superyachts and international residential developments, you will bring your exceptional organisational, project management, and creative skills to ensure the successful delivery of each unique project.

Key Responsibilities include to:

·    Collaborate with directors and the design team to identify project requirements, delivery timelines and costs.
·    Develop detailed project schedules and budgets, adapting them based on changing needs and requirements.
·    Identify and assign project tasks, overseeing day-to-day project management.
·    Liaise with technical draftsmen to ensure manufacturing drawings align with design intent, are on time, and within budget.
·    Check and issue manufacturing drawings for production, assisting with 3D models when necessary.
·    Manage logistics in the UK and internationally, sourcing new suppliers and materials.
·    Coordinate and oversee installations on superyachts or residential sites.

Skills and Experience needed from the Project Manager:

·    Strong organisational, project management and people skills.
·    Proficiency in 3D modelling and rendering software, including Rhino.
·    Proficiency in the Adobe CS, AutoCAD and Excel.
·    Excellent presentation skills with meticulous attention to detail.
·    Passion for creativity and commitment to utmost quality.
·    Experience in furniture, interiors, or superyacht sector.
·    Understanding of various production methods, including traditional cabinetmaking and composite construction.
·    Ability to travel.

In return they are offering a salary of between £40k and £45k plus pension, travel expenses and 25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays). To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920486125.

• Scenic and paint knowledge, carpentry and construction skills would be useful
• Good time keeping and communication skills, and be able to work with an adaptable, flexible and accommodating attitude
• Proactive with an enthusiastic, self-motivated and positive disposition and must be able to work well as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills along with the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
• IT competent, ideally able to use AutoCAD
• Knowledge of CNC and Laser cutting would be useful
• Driving licence

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920486125.

• Private healthcare
• Wellness programmes
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to us at recruit@careersindesign.com.