Job Overview
As an FF&E Project Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing interior design projects from inception to completion. Your expertise in project management and the interior design industry will be essential for ensuring a successful project delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Create, plan and manage project schedules.
- Maintain and track multiple projects from start to completion.
- Select products or develop custom work for FF&E – case goods, upholstery, drapery, purchased items and fabric.
- Assemble all quotation for RFE’s and RFI’s and ensure accuracy.
- Tender work for Millwork and Stone.
- Create relationships and source new suppliers and manufacturers, negotiating the best purchase price.
- Create and maintain samples of products from key manufacturers.
- Work with suppliers to obtain pricing quotes, delivery dates, and shipping information; negotiate trade discounts, payment terms and ensure product availability,
- Organize transportation, freight logistics, deliveries, and installations.
- Ensure all project details adhere to the company’s design and quality standards.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Interior Design, Industrial Design, Architecture or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years of design work experience with demonstrated specialisation in FF&E Design
- Product knowledge of furniture, fabrics, accessories, art, drapery, decorative lighting, and finishes
- Experienced in using a variety of research and product resources to seek out future trends, review new products and innovations
- Excellent understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and millwork packages
- Exceptional attention to detail and excellent time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - verbal, written, and design articulation
- Accustomed to work in a fast-paced, dynamic and deadline-oriented environment with the ability to manage priorities, adapt to changes, and learn quickly
- Software Skills: AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada - holding Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Resident status or a valid work permit
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Schedule:
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Project management: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
