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Utilize your high-level design, assembly, installation, and customer service skills to join one of Denver’s leading architect-led design-centered manufacturers. We are a disciplined organization driven by excellence, precision, and a shared passion for our work. We are seeking an individual who can perform at the highest level, adept at working both collaboratively as a team player and independently to manage their own projects. Someone who welcomes constructive feedback, is self-motivated, and possesses strong time management skills, proactive thinking, and a desire to be part of a skilled team of designers and craftsmen. Having the right mindset and a willingness to learn are essential qualities. We employ the 2-second lean process improvement method to continuously refine our skills in all areas we undertake, and we approach custom interiors with an "architect as a master builder mentality."

Project Manager Job Description

The Project Manager is responsible for the planning, procurement, execution, and completion of custom residential cabinetry projects and other interior architectural features. 

At Vonmod, the role of a project manager extends beyond traditional management tasks. They play a crucial role in translating ideas into reality by utilizing advanced digital tools. With expertise in digital modeling and drafting, project managers act as skilled technicians responsible for creating shop drawings, 3D visualizations, and manufacturing models. We use Cabinet Vision and Rhino 3D as our primary modeling tools along with a wide range of web tools to communicate and manage. While direct experience with Cabinet Vision or Rhino 3D is not mandatory, we do require candidates to possess 3-5 years of experience in some form of digital modeling. Having the ability to quickly adapt and learn new digital modeling software is also essential for this position.

In addition to digital modeling expertise, an intimate knowledge of our production and installation process is a crucial requirement for the Project Manager role. This typically entails spending a minimum of six months working in production and installation at Vonmod, allowing you to gain a comprehensive understanding of our system and effectively manage the process. We believe that this hands-on experience will enable you to successfully oversee projects from start to finish by leveraging your knowledge of both digital modeling and our specific production processes.

Responsibilities

• Organize, Schedule, and Lead Designer & Shop Drawing Review Meetings
• Set up and model Cabinet Vision and Rhino Visualization models
• Interface with the Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) to get design and construction related questions answered
• Compile and send shop drawing sets to the OAC
• Review redlines from the OAC and Project Architect and correct drawings as needed
• Create updated estimates throughout shop drawing process
• Run point on an internal team with both a Production Lead and Install lead for each project
• Walk the jobsite with the Lead Installer at least 1 out of the 2 or 3 site verification trips typically done on any job
• Create detailed manufacturing quotes
• Create detailed installation estimates
• Create invoices and monitor accounts receivable for your projects
• Create Manufacturing Contracts
• Create and send PO's to vendors for materials
• Prepare Shop Drawing 3D models for production
• Schedule and plan custom fabrication needs and finishing
• During production, maintain oversight on the overall process
• During Production, be on call to answer questions and do whatever is needed to keep the production flow moving
• During Production - The PM is expected to perform as a Tech as needed to get the job done.
• Schedule and plan out cabinet deliveries to jobsites
• Oversee the delivery process and go to the job site with the delivery to help unload and make sure the installers get off to the right start.
• During the install, be on call to answer questions and do what is needed to keep the install moving smoothly
• On or around Final punch, walk the site with the Lead installer to help QC and understand any outstanding issues
• After final punch, meet with the Project Architect to debrief on the project as a whole. Reviewing hours, costs, reasons for potential overruns, lessons learned, etc
• Any project a PM completes is on call indefinitely to help address any future warranty issues.
• Managing and contributing to Vonmod continuous improvement

Experience Required

• 3 years of professional 3D digital modeling and drafting. Architectural modeling/drafting is preferred
• Proficiency in reading architectural drawings
• Leadership of a team of 3
• Strong communication skills (in person, email, slack, phone, text)
• Proficient Vonmod Production and Install Tech
• Knowledge of construction trades 

Benefits

• Health Insurance Group Plan with $190/month Vonmod Contribution
• Option for Dental Insurance on Group Plan
• 401k w/ company matching (eligible after 6 months)
• Access to Vonmod Facilities for Personal Projects
• 7 paid Holidays (includes day after Thanksgiving)
• 10 days PTO (increases over time)
• 6 days Sick time
• Healthy (and some unhealthy) snacks
• Bi-Annual Vonmod gear releases (shirts, sweatshirts, hats, etc)
• Quarterly team outings
• Yearly Team building event

Values & Culture

At Vonmod, we work hard to maintain a great culture so we can not only prosper as a company, but also provide a place for everyone to grow, feel good about their work and contributions, and enjoy their team. Below are the 8 values we base our culture on.

• Continuous improvement
• Unapologetic AF
• Respect for people
• Integrity
• Be impeccable with your word
• Always show up as your best
• Never make assumptions
• Don’t take things personally - Feedback is how we learn