What are we looking for?
We have a great opportunity as a Project Manager who will work on unique fixtures projects that involves high end custom cabinetry for a long-lasting functional and luxury experience in our clients’ spaces.
The Project Manager is responsible to project manage store fixtures jobs, planning, organization and monitoring of job progress, activities and maintaining strong relationship with in-house staff, trucking and logistic companies, installers etc. to ensure assigned jobs are estimated, materials requisition confirmed, products manufactured according to spec, packaged, shipped, installed on time, within budget and according to quality standards.
Some key expectations for the successful candidates are to:
- Manage the overall process such as plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate projects from the initial request to its final delivery as per schedule, specifications, and budget.
- Liaison with internal stakeholders such as sales, account manager, detailing, and production to ensure that the project needs, and requirements of the client are determined and executed.
- Source and specify off-site materials and services, which will include plastics, metal, acrylics, glass, wood, (and related) packaging, and installation as required.
- Initiate work orders, production and shipping schedules as per the purchase order and final approved drawings.
- Monitor production process and keep abreast of job progress in accordance with client spec, plans and shipping/installation schedule.
- Ensure production complies with project deadlines and budget.
- Liaise with respective teams and ensure shipping and installers are arranged per requirements.
- Manage reasonable project changes to the point of undue hardship and ensure customer expectations are met and exceeded in terms of the service delivered.
- Some travel within Canada and the USA may be required from time to time depending on client requirements.
- Update status of projects at project checkpoint meetings, review deliverables with business stakeholders, and work with cross-functional teams to facilitate project tracking and execution.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned from time to time.
Education and/or Experience:
- University or College Diploma
- 5 - 10 years’ experience as a project manager.
- Must have 2 + years of experience in the in the woodworking industry, preferably in a Project role.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Advanced time management and organizational skills; customer service oriented.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Excel and Word and Project Management or other related software.
- Self-motivated and takes pride in accomplishing their work with excellence and attention to detail.
- Hands on Shop Experience is considered a strong asset.
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:
- Fast-paced environment
- Office environment, photocopier, printers
- Local and International travel (US) to visit customers and between locations.
How To Apply
If you’re intrigued by job profile as described above, passionate about your practice, solution minded and love to work with a collaborative team, you may have found your new home with the Piddi family! We invite you to apply with your resume and cover letter (optional) how you would be a great fit with our team.
We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity and we will be in touch with those whose qualifications and excitement most closely match with our own. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.
About Piddi
In business since 1959, Piddi Design creates exceptional brand experiences for clients. Whether clients are looking to build popup displays, retail kiosks, or large-scale spaces, Piddi has the experienced leadership, flawless execution and craftmanship needed to bring clients’ vision to life in spaces that inspire and delight.
Our team of almost 100 seasoned professionals handle complete end-to-end processes, from interpreting brands into displays that speak to visitors. Through our high-quality production and craftsmanship, we delight in exceeding client expectations and have been doing so for more than 60 years.
Proudly Canadian, we live by our core values of providing ample opportunities for employee growth, treating employees like family, doing exceptional work to earn the continuing trust and support of our clients, and encouraging new ideas and innovation. We believe that businesses are more successful when the focus is on creating better, more value-added experiences for customers. By putting our employees and clients first, we build great relationships from the ground up.
We are located at the west end of the GTA in Mississauga at 3150 Wharton Way.
More About us at: https://piddi.com
Why work here?
- Great Work Culture: Working at Piddi Design means being part of a team that has your back! We inspire pride in each other and the projects we work on.
- Values: We have built a great team that values initiative, integrity, empathy, adaptability, and transparency, and that thrives on working collaboratively to deliver impactful solutions.
- Growth: As you demonstrate your success, we will value and support your growth being a diverse and growing organization and offer you the space, resources and autonomy to take your career to the next level.
- Competitive compensation: We recognize high performance with market-competitive pay.
- Participations in group benefits
- Company social Events
- Free Parking
- Piddi Design is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusion and diversity. We provide employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require any accommodation.
