Exhibits – Project Manager

Company Overview:

CREO Industrial Arts is a custom fabricator that has been producing high-end architectural products for over 30 years. We execute the vision of the world’s finest architects, experiential graphics designers, landscape architects, and exhibit designers, producing extremely high fit and finish custom products for a wide variety of venues.

From the smallest, most detailed piece to large, multi-story structures, CREO does it all. Every project is different, but what they all have in common is the sophistication of the design and the industry’s highest standard of quality.

Job Summary:

The primary role of the Exhibits Project Manager is to oversee the development and installation of interpretive and museum projects. The EX PM identifies and coordinate subcontracts, facilitates pre-planning documentation, oversees production and installation, and manages the costs to the budget. The EX PM ensures that the project is executed on time, on budget, and at the appropriate margins. The EX PM is the liaison between the client and CREO, and must remain constantly engaged with both parties to ensure alignment. The position monitors all phases of the project to ensure the accurate execution of the specifications, details and obligations of the contract are met. The position must also track and prioritize tasks to keep multiple projects moving through the documentation, production and installation process on schedule. Projects range from a few thousand to 3+ million.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·        Use project kick off documents to develop project schedule with critical path.

·        Manage and maintain budget for the project, including the preparation of a schedule of values, estimate at completion, and monthly billing projections.

·        Manage and maintain project schedule, communicating with client as needed.

·        Meet with Documentation to review scope and schedule for design and document development.

·        Research fabrication options, subcontractors, creation of submittal samples, mock-ups and prototypes.

·        Perform site surveys and obtain field verification data.

·        Prepare RFIs and report the responses to be incorporated into the final shop drawings.

·        Prepare transmittals for submittal samples, patterns and drawings.

·        Contract and coordinate subcontractor services.

·        Manage change order process.

·        Schedule kick off with Production team to review project scope and schedule.

·        Monitor production progress.

·        Perform QA/QC inspection of production work at regular intervals.

·        Coordinate shipping of final product.

·        Coordinate and execute onsite-installation with Field Supervisors or Lead Carpenters.

·        Manage installations when a Field Supervisor is not assigned or required.

·        Manage punch list to completion, including field verification if needed.

·        Generate and maintain detailed records of all drawings (done by others,) client communication, contract documents, permits, and all other project documentation.

·        Prepare project summary at conclusion of project.

·        Coach and mentor less experienced Project Engineers.

·        Monitor warranty items.

Requirements:

·        Minimum 3 to 5 years of project management experience in the museum exhibit industry.

·        Detail oriented individual with strong organizational skills.

·        Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·        Proficient with productivity software (MS Word, Excel, Smartsheet) and familiarity with internet tools for searches etc.

·        Ability to conduct thorough research to identify optimal materials, subcontractor services, processes, etc.

·        Ability to read construction drawings.

·        Willingness to travel for meetings and installations necessary.

Preferred Experience:

·        BA degree.

·        Familiarity with National Park Service Design and Fabrication Standards a plus.

·        Familiarity with the exhibit design process a plus.

·        Working knowledge of:

o Architectural drawings and site plans

o Construction materials & processes

o Audio-visual hardware systems

o Lighting hardware systems

o Graphics output types

o Conservation standards 

WORKING HOURS:

Day Shift

Hybrid Schedule Available

COMPANY SALARY:

$65,000-$75,000

COMPANY BENEFITS:

CREO offers a great career growth culture, holidays, vacation, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, LTD coverage, and a 401(k) plan.

If this position sounds like a perfect fit for you Apply Today!

CREO provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

CREO Industrial Arts