PROJECT MANAGER
AUBURN/OPELIKA, AL

A Project Manager (PM) at a commercial office furniture dealership acts as the critical link between the sales team, the client, and the installation crew. The Project Manager's primary goal is to ensure that furniture is delivered and installed on time, within budget, and according to the specified design.

Pre-Project Planning & Coordination

• Site Verification: Conduct physical site walkthroughs and field measurements to ensure the furniture specified in the design fits the actual building dimensions (checking for column placements, electrical outlets, and floor leveling).
• Quote Review: Review sales quotes and "Bills of Materials" for accuracy, ensuring all necessary components (connectors, power feeds, end caps) are included before the order is placed.
• Scheduling: Develop and manage a master project timeline that coordinates factory lead times with the client’s move-in date and the building's construction schedule.

Order Management & Logistics

• Vendor Liaison: Communicate directly with manufacturers (like Steelcase, Herman Miller, or Haworth) to track production status and manage any shipping delays or backorders.
• Delivery Coordination: Organize the logistics of receiving furniture—whether it is being shipped to a local warehouse for "staging" or delivered directly to the job site.
• Freight Claims: Inspect incoming product for damage and immediately file freight claims or "clean-and-repair" tickets to ensure replacements arrive before the installation deadline.

On-Site Installation Management

• Subcontractor Supervision: Manage internal installation teams or third-party labor. This includes briefing them on the floor plan, furniture specifications, and safety protocols.
• Trade Coordination: Coordinate with other on-site trades, such as electricians (for furniture power) and data technicians (for cabling), to ensure a seamless integration of technology and furniture.
• Staging & Phasing: For large-scale projects, manage the "phasing" of the install (e.g., finishing the 3rd floor before starting the 2nd) to accommodate the client’s operational needs.

Quality Control & Project Closeout

• Punch List Management: Conduct a final walkthrough with the client to identify any missing parts, minor scratches, or functional issues. Ensure all "punch" items are resolved quickly.
• Client Sign-off: Obtain formal project acceptance from the client and ensure all O&M (Operations & Maintenance) manuals and warranty information are handed over.
• Post-Mortem Review: Compare the final project costs against the initial budget to identify "margin erosion" and provide feedback to the sales and design teams for future improvements.