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Job Title: Project Manager

Job Description

The Project Manager will manage small and medium-sized projects through completion, including work performed by internal and external resources. This role involves managing the overall client relationship from the initial assessment of client needs, through design concept presentations, and final delivery of the project while ensuring a positive client experience. The Project Manager will coordinate with internal and external project teams to ensure compliance with design concepts and timely completion of documents. Additionally, the role entails working with design and technical teams to shape and understand the design concepts, presenting and working with clients for approved design concepts, and establishing and ensuring adherence to set budgets.

Responsibilities

• Manage small and medium-sized projects to completion.

• Oversee the overall client relationship from initial assessment to project delivery.

• Coordinate with internal and external project teams to ensure compliance with design concepts.

• Work with design and technical teams to shape and understand the design concepts.

• Present and work with clients for approved design concepts.

• Establish and ensure adherence to set budgets.

• Inform Sr. PM or Project Director and/or client of any potential budget variances and make appropriate modifications.

• Manage collections for assigned projects with clients and inform Finance Manager of any issues with timely collections.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with existing and potential clients.

• Assign tasks, oversee work, and provide feedback to staff assigned to the project.

• Manage and develop a team of 3 to 5 individuals.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture, Design, or equivalent required

• 7 to 12 years of post-graduate experience

• Revit knowledge and experience with Microsoft Suite/Teams

• Previous project management experience for commercial workplace projects

• Knowledge of materials, furnishings, and construction methods related to interior architecture

• Knowledge of building systems, codes, and ADA requirements

• Corporate workplace interiors experience is highly preferred

• Experience writing and negotiating contracts for services, consultants, and contractors

• Ability to resolve contract and administration issues within the established design context

• Ability to communicate effectively, manage, and lead team members internally and externally with all levels of staff

• Interior project experience over exterior/ground-up projects

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.60 - $52.88/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.