Design Project Manager - Nashville

Desired Experience and Skills :

3+ years of interior design / related industry experience

Role Summary :

This role is responsible for the management of CBI interiors projects. A DPM is responsible to manage all facets of projects from concept through completion, including initial workplace assessments, accurate and complete drawings, product specifications, pricing, logistics management, and project installation. The DPM works directly with the client, CBI Workplace Consultants and coalition partners on the day-to-day activities through the entire project process to ensure smooth communication, on-time delivery, project success and client satisfaction.

This role provides opportunity for substantial advancement as a subject matter expert. Obtaining senior levels is based on project scope and complexity, level and nature of client interaction, experience, technical expertise, consistent excellence in delivery, teaming and overall contribution to the Company.

Responsibilities :

• Manage multiple projects and clients at a time
• Superior organization and management of the details of project schedules and deliverables.
• Proficiency in the technical tools required to perform the role, including AutoCAD, REVIT specification tools, business system, CET, Excel, Power Point and others.
• Consistent and professional communication across all internal and external stakeholders.
• Full knowledge of the technical and design details of our primary product lines.
• Provide efficient and creative space assessment, planning and design.
• Ability to creatively investigate and recommend cost-effective solutions for our clients.
• Create and deliver sales presentations through Power Point and visualization tools.
• Create and manage budgets through specification tools and Excel, including change orders
• Book and manage orders through our business system
• Review and communicate project status on a regular basis.
• Work smoothly in a team-oriented environment
• Understand vendor contracts, discounts, margins and business interactions.
• Coordinate all aspects of delivery scheduling and installation including job-site analysis, field measurement verification, schedules, shipments, walk-throughs, etc.
• Manage punch walkthroughs and issue completion in a timely manner.
• Manage a relationship with the client post-project and through day 2 needs

Qualities of a High Performing Team Member :

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by Associates assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Associates are responsible for reviewing the CBI Sourcebook and other forms of communications such as policy and procedure updates for additional details and job requirements.