Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

PROJECT MANAGER

ASTOUND is a global creative experience design company specializing in designing and executing memorable experiences for companies to share with their customers.

ASTOUND is a multi-faceted business whose services include architectural fabrication, brand strategy and development, retail design and store rollouts, digital engagements, trade show booths, branded events, and environments.

ASTOUND’s offices span North America, with fabrication facilities that exceed 600,000 square feet. Key office locations include Las Vegas and Toronto.

ASTOUND’s projects span over 40 countries and their clients are some of the most well-recognized brands across multiple industry sectors including consumer products, sports and entertainment, telecommunications, and technology.

Job Summary

The Project Manager’s role is to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to deadlines and stay within budget. This includes all internal communication with Detailers, Account Managers, and outside suppliers.

This will involve key production detail management and scheduling responsibilities, as well as all internal communication, work orders, and coordinating the efforts of team members within all departments of ASTOUND.

The Project Manager will define the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout the entire execution of the job.

Key Responsibilities :

• Leads the planning and implementation of custom Fabrication projects.
• Develops and maintains project files for project completeness.
• Facilitates the definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables of custom Fabrication projects.
• Defines project tasks and resource requirements.
• Manages project budget and supports team to ensure projects delivers with in the 95% to plan.
• Manages and Tracks Third Party services for custom Fabrication projects.
• Manages project resource allocation.
• Develops, updates, and maintains accurate project timelines.
• Provides direction and support to the project team.
• Maintains interaction with the Detailers throughout the production process and negotiates with suppliers regarding budgetary and scheduling issues
• Estimates projects (or specific aspects of projects) as required
• Produces and executes detailed budgets for projects
• Works closely with Account Management and Operations departments to ensure that project budgets are strictly adhered to and that profits are maximized
• Creates scope of work with associated budgetary allocations for distribution to the Operations department
• Available for client meetings and presentations
• Communicates key production details in connection with the production schedule to the Detailers and the Operations department
• Approves all requests for payment to vendors for labor and material charges related to jobs
• Establishes and coordinates project timelines, monitors progress, investigates delays, and takes or recommends appropriate actions to ensure the schedules are met.
• Maintains an accurate record of all historical quotations, invoices, detailed drawings, and final renderings for all projects
• Supports operational project files on a server via project workbook
• Maintains a personal project management time log for job costing
• Arranges for detailed drawings to be produced as required

Qualifications / Skill Requirements :

• BA / BS required as a minimum
• A minimum of five (5) years of industry experience as a project manager
• Strong written and oral communications skills
• Attention to detail
• Quality and cost-conscious
• Excellent problem-solving skills

The Values You Align With :

Just as important as the skills you bring to our team, is alignment with our values. This means that as a collective we will collaborate with the same mindset to deliver incredible, market leading experiences for our clients.

• Steadfast Courage - We fearlessly take on challenges and make bold decisions to achieve remarkable results.
• Unwavering Integrity - We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards and prioritize honesty, transparency, and professionalism.
• Boundless Creativity - We push boundaries with innovative, collaborative ideas that surpass expectations and create unforgettable experiences.
• Unparalleled Service - We fearlessly take on challenges and make bold decisions to achieve remarkable results.
• Insatiable Curiosity - We never stop learning, exploring, and taking risks to create breakthrough experiences.
• Constant Collaboration - We thrive on teamwork, leverage diverse perspectives, and support each other to deliver experiences greater than the sum of their parts.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

The compensation package will be commensurate with experience. Our employees are entitled to a standard set of benefits, including health and dental insurance and 401(k) with company match.

• Excellent Medical Insurance
• Excellent Dental Insurance
• Excellent Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay
• 401K matching program after 90 days of employment
• 100% Company Life and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Referral Program

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT

At ASTOUND, our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, customers, and the communities we operate exist in a safe, productive, and enriching environment for everyone.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, and other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.