Project Manager

Project Manager

Company: Columbia Woodworking

Location: Capitol Heights, MD

Job Type : Full-Time, In-Person

Industry: Architectural Millwork

About Columbia Woodworking

For over 50 years, Columbia Woodworking has been a trusted leader in premium architectural millwork across the mid-Atlantic region. From our state-of-the-art 70,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility, we transform complex design visions into world-class commercial realities. We don't just follow blueprints—we help shape them.

Our team operates on five cultural pillars: Service is the standard, Own it!, Keep getting better, Built to last, and Problem? Bring it. If you are a solutions-oriented professional who treats estimation as a strategic partnership rather than a data-entry task, we invite you to build your career with us.

What You’ll Do

As a Project Manager , you’ll oversee commercial construction projects, support project teams, and be involved in all aspects of the project lifecycle, from planning to execution and closeout. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Project Planning and Scheduling: Understanding project scope, objectives, and deliverables, and creating comprehensive timelines and work breakdown structures to meet deadlines.
• Budget and Cost Management: Managing the project budget, tracking expenditures, and implementing cost control measures to avoid overruns.
• Resource Allocation: Procuring and coordinating necessary resources, including personnel (subcontractors, architects, engineers, on-site crews), equipment, and materials, to ensure efficiency.
• Site Supervision and Quality Control: Regularly visiting the construction site to monitor progress, ensure work meets design specifications and quality standards, and address any on-site issues promptly.
• Safety and Compliance: Develop and enforce comprehensive safety protocols, conduct regular safety inspections, and ensure all project compliance requirements (First Source, O/CIP, COI, wage scale) are communicated to internal and external customers.
• Communication and Stakeholder Management: Acting as the central point of communication among clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams, providing regular updates, and resolving technical and logistical issues.
• Risk Management: Identifying potential project risks (e.g., safety hazards, material shortages, weather delays) and developing mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize their impact.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintaining accurate project records, including contracts, drawings, and change orders, preparing detailed progress reports for clients and stakeholders, and close-out documents are prepared and submitted timely.
• Contract Negotiation and Management: Negotiating contracts with vendors and subcontractors and managing contractual obligations and changes (change orders).

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• On-time Completion Percentage
• Project Contribution Margin
• Quality of Information released to production
• Client Satisfaction/Loyalty

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in construction, engineering, architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the architectural millwork industry.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly and efficiently.
• Understanding of construction methods, architectural drawings, and millwork fabrication processes.
• Proficiency in project management software, Innergy ERP, and other relevant tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Why Join?

• Career Growth & Leadership Opportunities : Take on a pivotal role in a high-growth company looking to expand and build out the team.
• Legacy of Excellence : Join a company with an outstanding reputation for quality and craftsmanship spanning five decades.
• Cutting-Edge Innovation : Be part of a team that is embarking on investments in the latest technology, automation, and sustainable building practices.
• Collaborative & Supportive Culture : Work with a passionate, creative team dedicated to excellence and client satisfaction.
• Impactful Work : Contribute to the creation of stunning, high-end commercial spaces that leave a lasting impression.

Compensation & Comprehensive Benefits

We take care of our employees by offering an exceptional, stable workplace environment and a generous employment benefits framework:

• Competitive base salary $85,000 - $118,000, based on experience and millwork knowledge
• Comprehensive Health and Dental insurance programs
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Dedicated career development paths and ongoing software/industry training