Project Manager

Now hiring! Automated Cutting Technologies, Inc. (ACT, Inc.), one of the nation's premier store fixture manufacturers has an open position for a talented Project Manager. Competitive wages commiserate with experience, profit sharing, sick & vacation time, 5-day on-site work week, health, dental, vision and life insurance. Send us your resume at contact@ACTky.com. We look forward to working with you!

Overview:

Automated Cutting Technologies, Inc. has been manufacturing for nearly 30 years. We produce retail displays for some of the most recognizable brands. We also provide built-in furniture for hotel lobbies, institutional cabinets and architectural millwork for worldwide distribution.

We are looking for a full-time Project Coordinator to administer and organize retail store fixture projects, from simple stand-alone fixtures to entire stores. Responsibilities include working closely with our project management team to coordinate with customers, end users, shipping companies and installers. In addition to new installations, the Project Coordinator also facilitates fixture repairs and acts as liaison between installers, customers, end users and ACT, Inc. Ultimately, the Project Coordinator’s duties are to ensure timely, high-quality delivery and installation of fixtures. The Project Coordinator will keep meticulous records of the project details and will be responsible for reviewing bills for accuracy and entering invoices for the installations and repairs. The Project Coordinator will be present on at least one installation to gain insight into the process.

Primary qualifications are excellent organizational, time management and communication skills. The ability to assemble IKEA furniture is a plus as you will be advising professional assemblers how to assemble our fixtures. The job requires a working knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and QuickBooks, but previous experience using these programs is not a requirement.

Responsibilities

· Coordinate, price and produce purchase orders and invoices in QuickBooks.

· Prepare rendering of product placement in location for customer.

· Update client needs and product inventory on online spreadsheet.

· Maintain and prepare all correspondence (written and electronic) and project documentation.

· Liaise with clients to identify and define requirements, scope and objectives.

· Act on tasks from our internal team to assist with schedule management.

· Make sure that clients’ needs are met as projects evolve.

· Prepare project billings in conjunction with the Project Management team.

· Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise.

· Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all participants.

· Answer phones when necessary, occasionally outside of normal working hours.

· Use tools to monitor working hours, plans and expenditures.

· Issue all appropriate legal paperwork (e.g. subcontracts and change orders).

· Ensure standards and requirements are met.

· Coordinate with engineering for solutions to product installation problems and questions.

Skills

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, and attention to detail

· Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management

· Strong client-facing and teamwork skills

· Speed, accuracy and ability to concentrate

· Proactive with a strong work ethic and positive attitude

· Flexibility

Education/Experience

· High School degree

· Prior experience in project management preferred

· Working knowledge of Excel and Outlook

· Experience w/ Corel and QuickBooks would be a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Hourly pay
• Profit sharing

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person