Interior Design - Sr. Project Manager

Gray Design Group is one of the leading multi-disciplined architectural, interior, planning, branding and graphic design firms in the Midwest. With over 40 years of experience and thousands of successful projects, Gray continues to deliver exceptional, vibrant designs throughout the U.S. and abroad.

We create spaces where people thrive, connect and grow. Every project we take on is an opportunity to build lasting relationships, from the first conversation to the final touches. Our team brings together creativity, expertise and a deep commitment to your goals, bringing your vision to life in ways that inspire and enhance how people live, work and interact.

Interior Design - Senior Project Manager

Position Summary:

The Senior Project Manager (SPM) plays a key role in successfully executing design and construction projects. This position is responsible for setting project goals and objectives, coordinating with clients to establish clear expectations, and managing all phases of the project from start to finish. This includes establishing project budgets, timelines, and milestones, determining levels of innovation, and creating mechanisms to track and report on project progress. As a leader, the SPM delegates tasks, monitors project activities, and ensures project deliverables are met on schedule and within budget.

Additionally, the SPM takes charge of reporting directly to the Principal, maintaining regular communication to update on project progress and any challenges, while fostering a collaborative environment. The role involves making decisions with integrity, sound judgment, and adherence to all relevant legal, regulatory, and ethical standards. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, results-driven individual with a passion for design and construction and a commitment to delivering projects with excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Define project goals, budgets, and timelines; coordinate with clients to confirm understanding and alignment. Ability to negotiate contracts and understand contract language.
• Team Leadership: Delegate responsibilities effectively, balancing independence and oversight for team members. Provide direction of client visualization to team members.
• Progress Reporting: Provide consistent updates to the Principal without prompting, staying proactive on potential issues and solutions.
• Problem-Solving: Take responsibility for resolving project challenges and ensure team members are recognized for their successes. Ability to listen and visualize the clients desired outcomes.
• Ethical Standards: Uphold company values, legal regulations, and ethical standards in all decisions and actions.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related field (NCIDQ certification is a plus)
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years (SPM) of experience in project management, including a strong understanding of design, construction, and contract language.
• Skills: Proficiency in project planning, prioritization, cost management, client relations, and control software (CAD, Revit, Microsoft 365). Strong negotiation, interpersonal, and leadership abilities. Ability to work independently and with a team.

Requirements:

• Professional Skills: Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing tasks, and handle client relations with professionalism.
• Physical: Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds, maneuver in construction site environments, and sit or stand for extended periods.
• Working Conditions: Based primarily in an office setting, with regular travel to job sites and occasional extended hours.

Authority & Accountability:

• Authority: Empowered by Leadership to manage project costs, represent the company with external stakeholders, train junior team members, and ensure all project-related decisions align with company standards.
• Accountability: Responsible for meeting all project goals, with performance evaluated by your reporting Principal.

This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, results-driven individual with a passion for design and construction and a commitment to delivering projects with excellence.

Benefits

• 401(k) with discretionary employer match
• Paid holidays and unlimited PTO
• Fun, inclusive workplace culture that values growth and service

Gray Design Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.