Project Manager - Interior Construction

We are a luxury interior design firm known for crafting bespoke spaces with precision, creativity, and excellence. With multiple projects running simultaneously, our small but dynamic team thrives on collaboration, attention to detail, and delivering exceptional results. We are looking for a proactive Construction Project Manager to join our all-hands-on-deck environment and oversee the construction phase of our projects.

Position Overview:
The Construction Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact during the construction phase, ensuring seamless communication between trades, vendors, clients, and the design team. This role requires deep knowledge of construction processes, superior organizational skills, and a passion for delivering luxury interiors on time and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Pre-Construction Coordination:

    • Review all plans, interior construction packages, details, and orders before issuing to ensure accuracy and completeness.

    • Collaborate with the design team to identify potential construction challenges and propose solutions before project commencement.

  • Construction Management:

    • Act as the first responder for all trade and on-site construction inquiries, ensuring issues are addressed promptly and efficiently.

    • Coordinate with the design team on any required design changes, ensuring approved solutions align with the design vision and standards.

    • Conduct regular site visits at critical construction stages to monitor progress, quality, and compliance with project timelines.

  • Vendor and Logistics Management:

    • Follow up with vendors on all placed orders, confirming delivery timelines to ensure materials and furnishings are available when needed on-site.

    • Transport items from the warehouse to the construction site, when required, ensuring they meet the firm’s standards before delivery.

  • Client Communication:

    • Manage client expectations regarding project scope, timelines, and deliverables.

    • Provide biweekly to monthly project updates to clients, highlighting milestones, addressing concerns, and maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.

  • 5+ years of experience in project management within the interior design or luxury residential/commercial construction industry.

  • Strong knowledge of construction documentation standards, building codes, and industry best practices.

  • Proficiency in design and project management software (e.g., Revit, Google Suite, Programma, Adobe and Xero).

  • Proven experience in project management, specifically within the interior design or construction industry.

  • Strong understanding of construction processes, interior architectural details, and luxury finishes.

  • Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively liaise with clients, vendors, and trades.

  • Proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for detail and commitment to delivering high-quality results.

  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for site visits and deliveries.

Teamwork 

  • Asks questions for clarity, keep team informed of progress 

  • Maintain and track hours on project work

  • Communicate any deviation with Project Lead

  • Communicate with Project Lead regularly, alerting them of possible problems or conflicts with project specs, drawings, vendor delays, etc. 

  • When required, candidate must make site trips to assist with scope of work required for the project in question

  • Attend and assist with project installations

Critical Skills and Capabilities

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Adeptness with leading design software packages

  • In-depth knowledge of kitchen and bath systems and finishes

  • Demonstrated understanding of basic principles of space planning

  • Ability to meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment

  • Ability to see projects through from inception to production

  • Consistency regardless of project size

  • Motivation to maintain and improve design standards

  • Willingness to listen to feedback and use it to improve

  • Good organizational skills that support the rest of the team

  • Background of working as part of a design team

  • Determination to achieve and succeed

  • Problem management

  • Stay current with the design world using magazines, internet or other means to educate self to industry trends, new products and materials.

  • Shows willingness to learn new ideas and processes

Why TLS
Company culture is very important at TLS and we want our studio to be an amazing place to work, and we do our part to take care of our team. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide:

  • Health benefits package 

  • Spotify Premium subscription 

  • Mindful Mondays - When everyone is following TLS standard operating systems in an efficient manner we gift Mondays off to our associates

  • Discounts on our products so you can style your home how you like it.

  • The tools you need to get your job done well! We supply state-of-the-art in-studio computers or laptops and monitors, keyboards, laser printing, wireless mouse, and the software you need to succeed.

Interested?