Project Manager, Furniture

About the Role

The Project Manager, Furniture is responsible for overseeing all aspects of furniture projects, from developing scopes of work and procurement packages to managing pre‑order activities and coordinating installations. This role serves as the primary point of contact for client inquiries and ensures projects are delivered within budget and schedule constraints. Key responsibilities include leading furniture projects independently up to 50,000 RSF and supporting larger initiatives, coordinating with the project management team, architects, clients, and furniture dealers, and maintaining comprehensive project documentation such as scopes of work, procurement packages, budgets, and schedules. The manager also handles relocation communications, change‑management plans, and incorporates industry best practices while ensuring compliance with client and company policies. On a day‑to‑day basis, the manager plans and organizes the furniture scope, creates SOWs and procurement packages in collaboration with design teams, and maintains an open‑items log. They review final dealer designs and bills of materials for accuracy, act as the main client liaison, and align furniture installation activities with overall project timelines. Regular stakeholder meetings are held to discuss progress, open design items, and resolve any issues. • Lead furniture projects up to 50,000 RSF and support larger initiatives. • Develop and maintain scopes of work, procurement packages, budgets, and schedules. • Coordinate with project teams, architects, clients, and furniture dealers. • Manage relocation communications and change‑management plans. • Ensure compliance with client requirements and company policies. • Serve as primary client contact for furniture‑related inquiries. • Oversee vendor selection, order entry, and installation coordination. • Conduct regular stakeholder meetings to track progress and resolve issues.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸project lead
• ▸scope development
• ▸procurement
• ▸installation coord
• ▸vendor selection
• ▸client liaison

What You Bring

JLL empowers its people to shape a brighter future in real estate by combining world‑class services, advisory, and technology. The company is committed to hiring talented individuals, helping them thrive, grow meaningful careers, and find a place where they belong. Whether you have deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, or technology, JLL invites you to join its team. Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in project management, construction management, interior design, or communications, and three to five years of relevant experience, preferably within corporate real estate, an architecture/design firm, or a furniture dealership. Candidates must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, and time‑management abilities, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and proficiency with project‑management software and Microsoft Office. Preferred qualifications are a project‑management certification such as PMP, NCIDQ certification, and experience with design software like CAD or CET. An understanding of construction processes and the commercial real estate industry is also valued. • Required: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3–5 years experience in corporate real estate or furniture dealership. • Required: Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills. • Required: Proficiency with project‑management software and Microsoft Office. • Preferred: PMP or NCIDQ certification; experience with CAD or CET design software.

Requirements

• ▸bachelor’s
• ▸leadership
• ▸pmp
• ▸ncidq
• ▸cad
• ▸microsoft office

Benefits

The position offers an estimated base compensation range of $115,000 to $125,000 per year, with final packages determined by qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal factors. The role is based on‑site in New York, NY, and does not provide visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. JLL provides a comprehensive benefits package that supports mental, physical, and emotional health, including a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid parental leave at 100 % of salary, paid time off, company holidays, and early access to earned wages through Daily Pay. The company also leverages artificial‑intelligence tools to match candidates with opportunities. • Compensation: $115,000–$125,000 base salary (estimate). • Benefits: 401(k) matching, medical/dental/vision coverage, 100% paid parental leave, PTO, company holidays, early wage access via Daily Pay.

Work Environment

Onsite