Design and Construction Project Manager

Why join us? 

Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

GENERAL PURPOSE

The Design and Construction Project Manager is responsible for leading and delivering global construction initiatives within the MillerKnoll portfolio of brands. This position works closely with Architecture, Interiors, Operations, and other key contributors to develop and deliver new and refurbished locations. As the key interface for our business partners in relation to the design and construction of the built environment, the Design and Construction Project Manager ensures that projects meet expectations experientially, on time and on budget.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Leads the project from strategic development through completion as it relates to architecture and construction.

• Partners with key internal business contributors to establish project budgets, manage activities within budgets, and report results to the business.

• Manages workflow throughout the organization by effectively influencing decisions and conversations both inside and outside of the group.

• Negotiates terms, executes, and administers vendor construction contracts in accordance with corporate goals, budget constraints, and program expectations.

• Monitors and coordinates accounting activities as appropriate and prepares reports for management. Participates in budget planning as required.

• With the support of the executive architect, actively manages the General Contractor for each project, approving change orders and payments and driving the schedule for on-time delivery.

• Builds and maintains relationships with cross-functional MillerKnoll teams.

• As part of the project management team, fosters relationships with vendors and contractors to deliver quality results. Where appropriate, sources new vendors and onboards them.

• As part of the project management team, identifies the ways in which we can be better partners, use resources more efficiently, and create less waste.

• As part of the project management team, develops key construction metrics to assess overall effectiveness and ROI.

• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree of Architecture preferred.

• Must be an assertive, self-starter with the ability to represent MillerKnoll in a professional manner.

• Have enthusiasm to be part of a dynamic, evolving organization and to embrace the challenges of building best practices within the MillerKnoll family of brands.

• Have curiosity for how our brands work and a drive to deliver spaces that best serve our customers, associates, and core business objectives.

• Feel comfortable using appropriate technology to work closely with internal teams that that live and work remotely.

• Feel confident in building relationships among internal and external partners who do not share the same office and do not have typical in-person meetings.

• Exhibit strong organizational and problem-solving skills, as well as confidence in collaborating with internal and external partners.

• Thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment, at all levels of the organization, and able to build long-term relationships with partners (particularly at senior decision-making levels.)

• Display excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with strong emphasis on listening and ability to work through conflict.

• Demonstrate integrity, respect for business ethics, and MillerKnoll values.

• Work with kindness and respect for others, particularly our internal partners.

• Be driven by high personal performance standards, a desire and ability to continuously learn, and taking full ownership of assigned projects (i.e., holding oneself accountable for results.)

• Demonstrate financial literacy, business acumen, and proven ability to develop/manage project budg