Project Manager (Commercial Furniture Installation)

At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We listen. We observe. We understand that each customer has unique needs. So, we pride ourselves on helping our customers make smart furniture decisions by offering expert advice, design options and personalized solutions. Since 1941, we’ve positioned KI as the furniture company that best understands the furniture industry and is committed to providing customers with the smart solutions. By targeting specific markets with solutions for business furniture, university furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture and government furniture, we can quickly respond to our customers’ unique needs – including the choice to procure furniture according to what fits their ordering and fulfillment process. That’s why we say we offer far more than furniture. We’re Furnishing Knowledge.

KI is looking for a Project Manager to join our Installation team! The primary responsibility of this role is to manage all aspects of KI installations, warranties, or go-backs in the field typically within a given territory, but not limited to that territory.  This requires installation of products to manufacturer specifications.  It includes the ability to problem solve in the field and identify or correct any such issues in the field.  It requires daily reports as well as other reports specific to the type of project they are assigned.  This position may require extensive travel including overnight and weeklong trips.

Responsibilities

• Manage KI projects for the district from point of sale to final completion including all pre-installation and post-installation activities.
• Prepare and manage weekly schedule of projects as well as provide weekly status updates for each project.
• Prepare and manage weekly Post Installation Reports.
• Serve as main point of contact for KI Services for COQ related issues.
• Manage the product training program for both technicians and vendors.
• Read and interpret architectural blueprints and furniture floor prints.
• Provide product technical support for field installations and provide technical reviews of product issues in the field.
• Assist field installations based on the timeline created by the Regional Manager, Sales Specialist and/or the customer.
• Conduct quality inspections with the customers to develop punch list of deficiencies.

What you Need to Succeed

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Technical degree in Business Construction, Project Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of construction and/or installation experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of carpentry.
• General knowledge of modular furniture.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.

What KI Offers You

• Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As an employee, you will have stock ownership in the company. 
• Competitive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for your well-being.
• A 401(k) Plan with Company Match: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, & Holidays: Time off to recharge and spend with loved ones.
• Wellness Resources: Access to an on-site fitness center, fitness reimbursement program, and on-site nurse.
• Onsite Café: Enjoy a full breakfast and lunch menu right at work.
• Employee Product Discounts: Special pricing on company products.
• Educational Reimbursement Program: Support for degree programs and certifications.
• Full Benefits Package: Includes life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

KI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.