Senior Project Manager – Staff

Local Projects

. Lead two to three multidisciplinary projects at a time across all phases, from concept through installation and warranty .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $95,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, leading multidisciplinary teams through all phases of project delivery while maintaining budgets and timelines. Proficient in client communication, scope management, and mentoring junior team members.

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Project Management ExperienceBudgeting And ScopingClient CommunicationLeadership Of Project TeamsScheduling And Prioritizing

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Hard Skills

Project AdministrationScope ManagementBudget ManagementTimeline DevelopmentRisk AssessmentChange Order DraftingStatus ReportingResource ForecastingPost-Project ReviewMultidisciplinary Workflow Management

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationTrust BuildingComposure Under PressureMentoringEfficient Documentation

Tools & Technologies

Studio Lifecycle FrameworkProject Management TemplatesAV Coordination ToolsSoftware Coordination Tools

Industry Keywords

Multidisciplinary ProjectsInstallationWarrantyCreative DirectionVendor ManagementOnboarding SubcontractorsUS TravelNYC Studio Work

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead two to three multidisciplinary projects at a time across all phases, from concept through installation and warranty
Lead day-to-day project delivery in partnership with the Creative Director
Manage multidisciplinary workflows, team tasks, deliverables, roles, and responsibilities
Run project setup and close-out using studio templates and contribute to post-project reviews
Coordinate with Production on software, media, and AV needs
Draft and manage Scopes of Work
Build and maintain project timelines, work plans, dependencies, and budgets
Track actuals and burn, adjust plans and budgets, and deliver on or under budget
Identify scope changes early and draft change orders
Own day-to-day communication with clients and partners
Scope, onboard, and oversee vendors and subcontractors
Apply the studio lifecycle framework, templates, and tools
Produce status reports on schedule, budget, and risk
Submit weekly resource needs and forecasts
Provide project data for invoicing and receivables and maintain accurate actuals
Mentor junior team members as assigned
Report to the Director of Project Management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong grasp of design processes, client partnerships, and project administration
Proven leadership of project teams, building trust through clear, efficient communication
Composed and at ease with all clients
Skilled at scheduling, prioritizing, and escalating under tight deadlines
Experience scoping and budgeting projects, delivering on or under budget
Excellent writing, documentation, and presentation skills
Minimum of 6 years of project management experience, leading multiple projects concurrently from concept through production, installation, and warranty
Ability to travel within the US and globally
Must be able to work on-site in our NYC Studio
Must be eligible to work in the United States
Primary residence in NY, NJ, CT, DC, VA, or MD

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401(k)
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Generous PTO package