Project Manager – Architectural Millwork
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a well-established company specializing in custom architectural millwork and commercial interiors.
The successful candidate will oversee complex millwork projects from initial planning through fabrication, installation, and final completion. This position requires strong technical knowledge of architectural millwork, excellent project management capabilities, and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage architectural millwork projects from contract award through manufacturing, installation, and closeout.
- Oversee project budgets, schedules, resources, and deliverables to ensure successful execution.
- Coordinate with clients, general contractors, architects, consultants, and internal production teams.
- Review architectural drawings, shop drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
- Collaborate with estimating, drafting, purchasing, manufacturing, and installation teams.
- Manage project changes, approvals, procurement, invoicing, and subcontractor coordination.
- Identify and resolve technical challenges, scheduling conflicts, and project risks.
- Monitor production and installation progress to ensure quality standards and deadlines are met.
- Conduct site visits as required to review progress and coordinate installation activities.
- Maintain strong client relationships and provide regular project updates.
- Oversee deficiency resolution, final inspections, and project closeout.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience in architectural millwork, custom cabinetry, commercial interiors, or a closely related industry.
- At least 5 years of project management experience within the architectural millwork sector.
- Proven experience managing large-scale or technically complex construction and millwork projects.
- Strong understanding of millwork manufacturing, materials, fabrication methods, and installation processes.
- Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, change orders, and subcontractors.
- Ability to interpret architectural drawings, technical specifications, and shop drawings.
- Strong organizational, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with project management and construction-related software.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with commercial, retail, hospitality, institutional, or high-end residential millwork projects.
- Familiarity with AWMAC or AWI industry standards.
- Experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Procore, Microsoft Project, or similar software.
- Previous hands-on experience in cabinetmaking, drafting, estimating, manufacturing, or installation.
- Demonstrated success managing complex projects through the full project lifecycle.
If you are an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in architectural millwork and a proven ability to deliver complex projects, we encourage you to apply.
