Contract Interior Design & Build Project Manager/Purchasing Manager - Remote

Firststeps For Kids - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Los Angeles, CA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Contract Interior Design & Build Project Manager/Purchasing Manager role at FirstSteps for Kids, Inc. is a project-based position focused on creating functional and inspiring learning environments for children with autism. The successful candidate will manage multiple projects, overseeing everything from design to procurement and construction coordination, ensuring that all projects are completed on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with RAC and RCD to streamline procedures and identify needed products.
• Ensure the center layout and design is functional and beautiful.
• Inspire an organized and clean learning environment through purposeful design.
• Purchase and procure furniture, finishes, and décor.
• Coordinate delivery and setup of products purchased.
• Ensure all selections align with the project's design concept and budget.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and milestones, ensuring on-time and on-budget project completion.
• Conduct regular check-ins with vendors, suppliers, and contractors to monitor progress and ensure project requirements are met.
• Maintain accurate records of project expenses, timelines, and deliverables.
• Identify and troubleshoot any project-related issues, proactively seeking solutions to ensure project continuity.
• Compose weekly updates to all project stakeholders, tracking open to-do items and addressing any questions or concerns.
• Collaborate with RAC and RCD to develop and refine space plans for learning centers.
• Contract and coordinate subcontractors for minor construction projects.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, city officials, ownership, and insurance representatives as needed to ensure construction work scope complies with city code and insurance requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2+ years of proven design experience.
• Minimum of 2+ years of proven project management experience, specifically in interior design or construction.
• BS/BA degree or equivalent years of experience.
• Strong attention to detail with an ability to see the big picture and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to follow through on commitments in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all stakeholders.
• Strong teamwork/collaboration skills and a confident ability to offer suggestions and improvements to process.
• The skillset to prioritize and re-prioritize responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrating a proactive approach.
• Working proficiency with project management software.
• Working proficiency with Microsoft 365 Suite: Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint.

Nice-to-haves

• Background in interior design or architecture.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. Monday, GanttPro, HubSpot, Jira, etc.).
• Proficiency in design tools for creating space plans (e.g., AutoCAD, SketchUp).
• Familiarity with learning center or educational space design.

Benefits

• Project-based, competitive rates negotiable based on experience.