Sound Seal · 2 months ago
Architectural Sales Project Manager
Agawam, MA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$70K/yr - $95K/yr
5+ years expSound Seal is a company focused on acoustical solutions, seeking an Architectural Sales Project Manager to oversee the delivery of acoustical projects. The role involves managing project teams, ensuring accurate estimates, and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Building MaterialIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the internal estimating team, overseeing takeoffs, pricing, proposals, and scope reviews
Collaborate with channel partners and sales managers to plan and direct project activities while managing the performance of individual team members
Develop and sustain strong relationships with stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and dotted-line departments to ensure smooth coordination and progress
Maintain a positive working relationship with all team members
Establish project objectives, policies, and performance standards within company policy and contract specifications
Prepare detailed project schedules, including major milestones, for overseeing, controlling, and managing all project activities
Coordinate with the production, planning, and purchasing teams to manage supply chain lead times and confirm sourcing for all material finishes
Collaborate with drafting teams to create accurate shop drawings and fabrication documentation
Report project progress, including schedule creation and updates, in weekly and monthly reports
Prepare accurate conceptual estimates with basic information, ensuring assumptions align with actual fabrication capabilities and capacities
Interpret and review construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and bid packages, to perform accurate takeoffs and assess manufacturability
Use a computer platform to prepare cost analysis by calculating and reviewing estimates for material costs, finishes, shop labor, installation assumptions, equipment, overhead, logistics and negotiated pricing
Provide detailed and accurate job proposals to meet revenue and profitability requirements, ensuring margin protection by validating estimating assumptions against field realities
Support bid strategy, value engineering, and revisions based on addenda or client changes, ensuring estimates align with shop capabilities, standard assemblies, and acoustic performance requirements
Represent the company in front of customers or suppliers at trade shows or onsite for managing key larger scale projects
Investigate and resolve comments or problems with suppliers, customers, or key stakeholders
Plan, coordinate, and oversee customer order processing, addressing inquiries and complaints and resolving complex issues
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of material costs, customer trends, and latest product information
Ensure projects and products comply with NRC/STC performance and fire rating requirements, as well as ASTM, ADA, FR/fire codes, and LEED standards
Validate all material certifications and project-specific performance requirements
Qualification
Required
5-7 years proven experience in Project Management of similar role
Prior people leadership experience required; this includes the ability to inspire, motivate, and guide team members effectively
A track record of fostering collaboration, active listening, and the capacity to empower others to achieve their best
Ability to bid, negotiate, and manage commercial construction projects
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
Expert knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Project
Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics
Proven ability to consistently meet or exceed deadline expectations
Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
Team player who thrives on collaborating with others to produce proposals
Comfortable in the dynamic atmosphere with a rapidly expanding customer base
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Knowledge of contract management principles and practices such as, LEED submittals, Lien Releases, Insurance, Schedule of Values, OSHA, jobsite safety, etc
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or Architecture or related field preferred
Project management training required; certification preferred
Knowledge of Auto-Cad & Solid Works preferred
Knowledge of and experience utilizing ERP systems such as Sage, JDE or SAP is a plus
Company
Sound Seal
Since 1978, Sound Seal has been a leading manufacturer of acoustical noise control products, offering the widest product selection in the soundproofing industry with innovative solutions and outstanding customer service.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$15M2019-03-26Acquired
2014-01-21Series Unknown· $15M
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