Project Manager

PROJECT MANAGER FOR ARCHITECTURAL METAL / SIGNAGE / GLASS

US EAST COAST SHIFT - 8:00 AM TO 6:00 PM

100% Remote

Excellent English communication and People-facing skills.

About Us

We are a premier sign manufacturing facility specializing in large-scale projects for leading General Contractors and Construction Managers, such as Tishman, Turner, and Lend Lease. Our projects encompass a wide range of architectural metalwork and signage solutions. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in metal fabrication, construction, or the signage industry.

If you are organized, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects running simultaneously, we invite you to join our team and grow with us.

Products We Manufacture & Supply

• Signage & Signs
• Architectural Metalwork: Handrails, Guardrails, Elevator Surrounds
• Structural & Fabricated Steel: Steel Barriers, Column Cladding Systems, Wall Cladding Systems
• Glass & Ornamental Metals: Glass Wall Systems, Ornamental Metals
• Miscellaneous Metals

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Scheduling

• Conduct material take-offs from construction drawings and analyze project scope.
• Verify alignment between take-off reports and sales orders.
• Develop a project schedule, Gantt chart, and project control sheets.

2. Shop Drawings & Engineering

• Collaborate with the art and engineering teams to develop and revise shop drawings.
• Coordinate with external engineers for PE-stamped drawings and calculations for structural signage.
• Manage permit requirements, working with expeditors and inspectors.

3. Procurement & Materials Management

• Source and evaluate pricing from vendors, ensuring cost-effective purchasing.
• Coordinate the manufacturing and delivery of project samples.
• Calculate material requirements and ensure timely procurement.

4. Fabrication Oversight & Quality Control

• Issue work orders to the production team for signage and metalwork fabrication.
• Collaborate with the Production Manager to ensure adherence to design specifications, colors, and finishes.
• Implement quality control measures and documentation procedures.

5. Installation & Site Coordination

• Schedule and coordinate signage installation with field teams.
• Ensure all products are delivered, installed, and documented properly.
• Conduct on-site visits, ensuring site readiness and compliance with project timelines.

6. Change Management & Client Coordination

• Track project scope changes, submit Change Orders, and obtain client approvals.
• Handle punch lists issued by General Contractors & Architects to close out open items.
• Prepare closeout documents (As-Built Drawings, LEED Documentation, etc.).

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Expertise in metal fabrication processes, including aluminum, steel, stainless steel, and brass.
• Knowledge of submittals, engineering, CNC machining, LED illumination, and finishing techniques.
• Proficiency in:
• AutoCAD & Adobe Suite
• MS Excel, MS Word, QuickBooks (Contractor’s Edition)
• Google SketchUp, Gmail, Google Calendar
• Excellent communication skills for client interactions and field coordination.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to type 50 words per minute.

Typical Project Workflow

1. Project Kickoff – Review project scope, sales details, and schedules with sales & production teams.
2. Scheduling & Coordination – Develop project timelines and align with production milestones.
3. Shop Drawings & Engineering – Draft and approve shop drawings, ensuring compliance.
4. Procurement & Material Management – Source materials and track orders to meet project demands.
5. Fabrication Oversight – Work with production to maintain accuracy and quality in manufacturing.
6. Site Coordination & Installation – Ensure seamless execution of installation phases.
7. Quality Control & Documentation – Track project progress, handle change orders, and close out projects.

About the Company:

For 50 years we have been a part of the construction industry and have successfully completed countless projects with major contractors, developers, architects, and designers.

Founded in 1971, we continue to set new standards for high-quality architectural fabrication. We specialize:

• Signage

• High-End Ornamental Metal

• Architectural Metal & Glass Systems

We work with the following Materials:

● Aluminum

● Stainless Steel

● Steel

● Brass / Bronze

● Glass

● Stone

● Acrylic / Plastics

● Polymers

● Lexan

● Woods

We have the following Departments:

● Art Department

● Engineering Department

● Water jet and Laser Cutting

● CNC Machining

● Metal and Plastic Forming & Fabricating

● Vinyl Plotting

● Digital Printing

● Screen Printing

● Engraving

● Etching

● Painting

● Installation