Project Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Project Manager to lead and oversee complex architectural design sign projects from inception to completion. In this role, you will coordinate all phases of design, planning, drawings, fabrication, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver projects on time and within budget. Your expertise in the sign, estimating, scheduling, cost control, and teamwork will drive project success and client satisfaction. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive professional passionate who enjoys creative problem solving.

Duties:

Estimating & Cost Analysis

• Review project plans, architectural drawings, specifications, renderings, signage schedules, and bid documents.
• Develop detailed estimates for architectural signage, graphics, fabrication, materials, finishes, installation, and subcontracted services.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Develop labor-hour estimates and production assumptions.
• Identify project exclusions, allowances, assumptions, and potential cost risks.
• Maintain current pricing for materials, labor, vendors, subcontractors, and installation services.
• Compare estimated costs against actual project costs and identify variances.

Project Planning & Scheduling

• Develop project estimates/budgets, schedules, and production plans from contract award through installation, billing and closeout.
• Have a detailed understanding of sign, and experience using Adobe Illustrator or create drawing that will go to client for approvals and fabrication.
• Establish project milestones, dependencies, deliverables, and critical dates.
• Develop preliminary procurement and fabrication schedules.
• Identify long-lead materials, specialty finishes, equipment, and subcontractor requirements.
• Coordinate project requirements with Design, Engineering,Fabrication, Finance and Installation teams.
• Monitor project progress against established schedules and budgets.
• Identify potential delays, scope gaps, resource constraints, and cost impacts early.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and planning records.

Bid & Proposal Management

• Review invitations to bid, RFPs, RFQs, plans, specifications, and addenda.
• Coordinate questions and clarification requests with Sales, clients, architects, general contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Track bid deadlines and ensure estimates are completed accurately and on time.
• Prepare pricing summaries, alternates, options, and value-engineering proposals.
• Support contract negotiations by providing cost and scope information.
• Maintain organized bid files and historical estimating information.

Architectural Signage Responsibilities

Knowledge of the following is highly desirable:

• Exterior and interior architectural signage
• Dimensional lettering
• Channel letters
• Illuminated signage
• Monument and pylon signage
• Wayfinding systems
• ADA signage
• Donor and recognition signage
• Metal, acrylic, aluminum, stainless steel, and specialty finishes
• Digital print and vinyl applications
• Structural components and mounting systems
• Electrical requirements
• Site surveys and field measurements
• Permitting and code requirements
• Crane/lift and installation requirements

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in estimating, project planning, project coordination, construction, signage, fabrication, or a related industry.
• Experience reading architectural drawings, construction documents, and specifications.
• Strong understanding of materials, fabrication processes, labor requirements, and installation.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to identify project risks and cost discrepancies.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

Position Type

Full-Time | On-Site

Compensation

Compensation should be based on experience, estimating expertise, architectural-signage knowledge, project complexity, and demonstrated ability to manage project budgets and schedules.

Pay: $70,312.27 - $84,677.13 per year

Work Location: In person