Architectural Specialties, Associate Project Manager/ Project Manager Job

Primary location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania 
Relocation offered: No 
Employment status: Full-Time 
Travel: <10% 
Non-compete: No 

The estimated base salary range for this role is $72,000 to $105,000 per year.  
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

 

Architectural Specialties, Associate Project Manager/ Project Manager 

 

AS Project Managers are an integral part of the AS Project Management Team, partnering with Sales, Operations, and vendors to engineer high-quality ceiling solutions for external customers including architects, contractors, and distributors.

This role serves as a technical expert who builds strong relationships with key decision-makers to educate customers, support the bidding process, generate sales opportunities, and ultimately help secure high-value projects.

AS Project Managers plan and manage all phases of medium to large custom projects (typically $100K+) from order receipt through shipment and invoicing. They provide technical product expertise, identify cost-saving opportunities, and lead project teams to ensure project cost, quality, and schedule goals are achieved.

 

 

What You'll Be Doing

 

Project Management for Custom Projects

 

• Manage medium to large custom projects to achieve cost, margin, schedule, performance, and quality targets.
• Oversee project execution from order receipt through shipment and invoicing.
• Manage project risks to ensure customer satisfaction and minimize claims.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation and files.
• Manage customer communication throughout the lifecycle of the project.
• Lead the change order management process.
• Provide leadership to the project team including CAD designers, project coordinators, and order preparation teams.
• Ensure accuracy, quality, and timeliness of the submittal process.
• Manage the flow of project information between customers and internal teams.
• Identify project risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure mock-ups are completed before production.
• Oversee preparation and routing of approval packages and required signoffs.
• Utilize Newforma project management software to track project progress and communications.

 

Business & Sales Support

 

• Partner with the Sales team to develop value-engineered solutions that meet customer budgets.
• Support the bidding and quotation process for custom specialty ceiling solutions.
• Participate in sales calls to provide technical expertise on products and installation.
• Provide technical education and support to internal and external customers.
• Assist with on-site technical support for installation or claim-related issues.
• Use Oasis takeoff software to create project takeoffs.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and distributors to review project requirements.
• Interpret architectural drawings and design requirements.
• Partner with vendors to identify technical solutions and product options.
• Create pricing strategies to maximize project margins.
• Coordinate with operations teams to ensure quotations are accurate and delivered on time.

 

What Will Make You Successful

 

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage complex projects from start to finish.
• Ability to build strong relationships with customers, architects, contractors, and internal teams.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills when working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to identify risks early and proactively develop solutions.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage documentation and project communications effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to balance