Program Manager / Project Manager / Account Manager
PRIMARY FUNCTION
This role is responsible for supporting the sales effort by managing client program requirements. This includes providing direction to internal and external partners to ensure deliverables are met.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Partner with sales and clients to define and implement program expectations
Align resources and partners to deliver efficiently, with strong cost and quality control
Monitor program performance and provide reporting to internal and external stakeholders
Manage service partners, inventory programs, and operational workflows
Oversee financial aspects including design and project management time, and support billing reviews
Participate in client meetings to understand business needs and drivers
Partner with Account Executive to support program success and identify growth opportunities
Deliver executive summaries highlighting performance, value delivered, and recommendations
Lead execution of projects within the program, acting as a hands-on Project Manager
Manage projects from kickoff through closeout, including planning, scheduling, and coordination
Facilitate key meetings and establish clear roles and expectations
Monitor progress, risks, and issues; act as escalation point and drive resolution
Manage budgets, pricing coordination, and cost tracking at the project level
Cook up internal teams, vendors, and contractors to ensure seamless delivery
Ensure compliance with defined processes and best practices
Develop and manage project schedules, delivery sequencing, and timelines
Communicate updates, requirements, and risks to all stakeholders
Partner with Installation Manager and project teams to ensure smooth execution
Resolve issues in real time during project delivery
Lead punch list walkthroughs and ensure completion of all action items
Confirm documentation, communication, and final client sign-off
Drive consistency and continuous improvement
Lead team members and ensure alignment to program priorities and resources
SUCCESS MEASURES
Client Satisfaction & Retention – Strong relationships and repeat business
Program Execution – Operational consistency, on-time delivery and reduced project risk
Financial Performance – Effective cost management and margin alignment
Process Improvement – Implement at least 2 measurable process improvements annually that improve delivery efficiency, reporting, communication, or quality, with documented results
Leadership & Development – Mentor at least 1 team member during the year and lead 2 internal training or best-practice sharing sessions to support team consistency and capability development
CORE STRENGTHS / ATTRIBUTES
Communicates/Collaborates Effectively: Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Ability to tailor message across a variety of audiences. Strong interpersonal skills; develops and maintains positive relationships internally and externally. Strong team player.
Strategizes and Problem Solves: Problem solving orientation; critical thinking skills; understands how their work relates to the whole; generates new ideas that add value; ability to seek out appropriate information to make effective decisions.
Execution Management: Works quickly to get things done; uses resources effectively; detail oriented and a high level of accuracy. Owns execution of tasks and demonstrates excellent follow through. Drives for Results and fosters a sense of urgency.
Resilient and Adaptable: open to new experiences to develop skills and ability to work in a fast paced, continuously evolving role.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Internal: Sales, Design, Project Management, Finance, Operations
External: Clients, vendors, contractors, service partners
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
4+ years’ experience in construction or commercial interiors
Experience managing projects and cross-functional teams
Strong financial awareness and negotiation skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Ability to travel as needed
DESIRED JOB REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree
Client service experience
Experience with commercial furniture or flooring systems
Ability to interpret design and construction plans
Experience working with multiple trades
Familiarity with industry software (Hedberg, ServiceTRAX)
Project Management certification