Job Title: Studio Project Manager
Salary Range: $70,000 - $100,000 Annually
Location:Barrie, Ontario Hybrid (2 days remote per week)
About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Studio Project Manager to lead and continuously optimize our studio's project management systems, workflows, and schedules. You'll provide training, data-driven insights, and proactive oversight to ensure consistent, efficient, and high-quality project delivery across all design disciplines. This role is pivotal in shaping how we manage projects as we grow, combining process excellence with hands-on support for project teams.
What You'll Do:
- Implement, configure, and administer studio project management software
- Design and maintain digital workflows, dashboards, and reporting tools
- Train, support, and coach staff on effective use of PM platforms
- Continuously evaluate and improve PM systems to align with studio needs and best practices
- Develop and manage integrated project schedules, including critical paths and dependencies
- Provide project tracking, data insights, and resource allocation support to project leads
- Monitor deadlines and deliverables, proactively identifying risks and corrective actions
- Standardize and maintain project documentation, templates, and tracking tools
- Champion consistent adoption of digital tools across all design disciplines
- Serve as the studio subject-matter expert for project management software and optimizations
- Assist the management team in other duties as required
What We Offer:
- Flexible hybrid schedule: 2 days from home per week
- Collaborative and creative work environment
- Opportunity to shape project management practices within a growing firm
- Competitive compensation
Who You Are:
- Proven experience in studio or project management within design, architecture, interior design, or related creative fields
- Strong expertise with project management software and related digital workflows
- Excellent organizational, communication, and training skills
- Data-driven mindset with the ability to translate insights into action
- Ability to manage complex schedules, dependencies, and cross-disciplinary collaboration
- Proactive problem-solver with a collaborative, service-oriented approach
Why Join Us: Join a collaborative design firm known for thoughtful, high-quality solutions across a range of projects. As we continue to grow, you'll play a key role in refining and scaling our project management practices, shaping how we deliver outstanding design outcomes.
AI Disclosure: In accordance with Ontario legislation, artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used throughout the recruitment process to assist with resume screening, candidate evaluation, interview scheduling, note-taking, and related recruitment activities. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.
