Project Manager

Our client is a leading furniture manufacturing company in Nigeria.

Job Summary
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of projects involving woodwork, furniture production, architectural design, and interior design. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing artisans, project timelines, budgets, resources, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered to the required quality standards and within agreed deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and manage projects from concept development through design, production, installation, and final delivery.
  
• Work closely with the design team to ensure project plans align with client requirements, design specifications, and business objectives.
  
• Develop project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and implementation strategies.
  
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks or delays, and implement corrective actions where necessary.
  
• Coordinate with architects, interior designers, production teams, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
  
• Liaise with clients to understand project requirements, provide updates, manage expectations, and address concerns.
  
• Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor work progress, ensure quality standards, and confirm adherence to approved designs and specifications.
  
• Oversee furniture production, woodwork, material procurement, and installation activities to ensure timely and efficient delivery.
  
• Ensure projects comply with relevant safety standards, quality requirements, and established procedures.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Architecture, Interior Design, Building Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
  
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, preferably within architecture, furniture manufacturing, woodwork, interior design, or construction.
  
• Proven experience managing projects from planning through execution and final delivery.
  
• Good understanding of furniture production, woodwork, interior fit-outs, architectural drawings, and installation processes.
  
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, timelines, resources, and multiple stakeholders effectively.
  
• Strong organisational, leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship management skills.