Construction Project Lead - Mid-Level

About the role

We are seeking an adept professional to help lead and coordinate construction and signage initiatives for a dynamic organization. Our team values strong planners who can drive projects forward, manage multiple priorities, and facilitate communication between internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction and signage projects, including contract preparation, vendor management, schedule assignments, and document distribution.
• Track budgets and project progress, review and approve proposals and invoices, and ensure timely close-outs for assigned initiatives.
• Negotiate pricing, initiate project communications, and conduct remote kick-off meetings as needed for various project types.
• Regularly provide status updates, adjust contractor schedules for cost-effective execution, and perform general administrative tasks.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience in Construction, Facilities, Store Planning, Fixturing, Architectural Design, or related construction trades (preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; strong organization and project planning skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; comfortable addressing concerns and managing inquiries via phone and email.
• Proficiency in Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and MS Word; ability to read blueprints including Floor Plans, Elevations, and Site Plans.

About SSI People

With over 26 years of industry experience, SSi People has built its reputation and expertise on putting people first. Everything we do works toward delivering exceptional experience for our consultants, our clients, and our internal team. Through a genuine commitment to people in everything we do. We have developed refined processes and a stellar internal team to deliver talent quickly. More importantly, we focus on building long-term relationships, not transactions. Putting people first is just what we do well.