Permanant Installation Project Manager

Czarnowski Collective is, quite literally, the sum of its parts. It’s a banner, under which, you’ll find four distinct studios: Czarnowski, Public School, Infusion, and assembly. While each studio has unique capabilities, the approach to building stand-out brand experiences is the same: We wonder. That means, every project is met with informed curiosity and imagination to deliver remarkable experiences that inspire audiences around the world.

Czarnowski combines operations, strategy, design, and fabrication to create exhibits and events that engage communities, generate brand enthusiasm and educate consumers. It’s been over 75 years since we’ve opened our doors, but we’re still not resting on our reputation or accolades. We’re wondering “what if…,” anticipating what’s next, and embracing our role within Czarnowski Collective as forward-thinkers for forward-thinking brands.

Joining Czarnowski Collective means the opportunity to be more than a number, more than a job title, more than a spectator. We are a collective of dreamers and thinkers, doers and makers…and we’re in search of more of the same to join the ranks.

The Purpose:

The Permanent Installation Project Manager will be an integral part of the project management team and directly offer support to the Production Manager.

The Job:

Permanent Installations support for New Business Development

• Initial point of contact for the NBD team for new opportunities encompassing permanent installations.
• Review design renderings (Internal and external) with sales executives and clients.
• Provide feedback to executives, designers and clients for value engineering solutions
• Assist in RFP responses to include generation of timelines, estimating and estimate reviews.

Post reward of RFPs

• Initiate contact with Architects, GCs and all project stakeholders to get permanent installation projects started on a solid foundation.
• Develop project contacts spreadsheets.
• Set up project folders on the server with all relevant data from and web-based data transfer portals.

Project Launch

• Project management of all assigned projects
• Assist the account teams, estimators and designers with proper kickoff meetings to CAD, Shop, Warehouse, Graphics and Installation teams. Provide explanations of build methodology, materials and estimated hours for each production department.
• Manage all CAD and fabrication throughout the production and installation of projects.
• Provide and track finish sample submittal process to architects and stakeholders.
• Financially track project profitability through our life project on a weekly basis through Microsoft D365

Installation

Travel to sites and supervise installation crew, maintain communication with stakeholders on site, estimate and track and change orders, while communicating changes to stakeholders.

• Manage subcontractors and vendors.
• Schedule on site progress meetings with installation crews and stake holders.
• Coordinate and generate punch / completion lists with stakeholders and installation crew.
• Complete project.

The PM enters start and stop dates for each department into Capacity for accurate forecasting and financial tracking.

Element Numbering: The PM assigns new element numbers for estimated items and labels them on the design rendering via Adobe Acrobat. Existing element numbers should also be labeled for clarity during the kickoff to production meeting.

The Person:

• Willing to travel.
• Ability to read and interpret Construction drawings.
• Knowledge of ADA, life safety plans and architectural terminology.
• Experience with Audio Visual vendors and LED Lighting interfacing, such as DMX Controls
• Communication skills; must be able to clearly communicate with all parties, internal and external, in a professional clear and concise manner.
• Software knowledge: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, D365) Smartsheet (Training for Smartsheet can be provided), Adobe Acrobat
• A bachelor’s degree in construction is preferred, however, extensive experience in this field is acceptable.
• Must be prepared to work weekends, when necessary.
• Must have a strong work ethic and be proactive,

This position is eligible for health care benefits, life insurance, time off benefits and participation in the Company's 401(k) plan.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits effective within 30 days (or less) of your start date
• 401K matching with no vesting period (you are fully vested as of day 1)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Collaborative Work Environment

Collective Culture Core Values:

We recognize that the success of our business rests with the skills and efforts of our people, and in return for their contributions, our employees can expect a flexible work environment that delivers on the 10 principles that define our company culture:

• We celebrate creativity, curiosity, innovation and imagination.
• We are humble and respectful.
• We act with honesty and integrity.
• We empower and trust one another.
• We embrace individuality and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• We champion initiatives that bolster diversity, equity and inclusion.
• We prioritize safe, ethical and sustainable business practices.
• We foster a culture of meritocracy - rewarding skills and abilities, instead of influence.
• We always deliver.
• We don’t take ourselves too seriously.

Through several existing and future initiatives, Czarnowski Collective is exploring thoughtful and creative ways to embrace individuality, and more effectively champion diversity, equity and inclusion across our network.

EEO Statement

Czarnowski Collective is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We don't just accept difference – we honor, nurture, and celebrate it! All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We don’t discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other appl