KDN Signs is a veteran-owned, MBE-certified sign company specializing in the permitting, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of commercial signage throughout the Midwest. The Project Manager 1 (PM1) will manage signage projects from handoff through completion, coordinating various activities while ensuring strong client communication and project profitability.
Responsibilities
- Manage multiple signage projects from project handoff through closeout
- Coordinate permitting, surveys, engineering, fabrication, shipping, and installation activities
- Monitor project schedules and ensure milestones are achieved
- Identify project risks and proactively develop solutions
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients
- Provide regular project updates regarding schedules, approvals, fabrication status, and installation timelines
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through professional communication and responsiveness
- Create and maintain project schedules within company software platforms
- Coordinate activities between clients, vendors, municipalities, subcontractors, fabrication teams, and installation crews
- Ensure all project stakeholders are informed of schedule changes and critical deadlines
- Track project budgets, labor, subcontractor costs, and material expenses
- Assist with invoicing, pay applications, and project billing
- Identify and process change orders when project scope changes occur
- Support efforts to maintain project profitability
- Coordinate surveys, engineering, permitting, fabrication, freight, crane services, electrical contractors, and installation subcontractors
- Review vendor proposals and schedules
- Ensure subcontractors comply with project requirements and safety standards
- Review surveys, shop drawings, permitting documents, and fabrication submittals for accuracy
- Verify completed work meets project specifications and company quality standards
- Coordinate punch-list completion when required
- Maintain organized project files, including contracts, permits, drawings, approvals, change orders, and correspondence
- Update project management software and company reporting tools regularly
- Provide status updates during project review meetings
- Address project challenges quickly and professionally
- Escalate significant schedule, budget, or client concerns when appropriate
- Collaborate with internal teams to develop effective solutions
Skills
- 1+ years of project coordination or project management experience
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in the signage, construction, architectural, branding, or related industries
- Experience with Smartsheet, Jobber, QuickBooks, or other project management software
- Understanding of permitting, fabrication, installation, or construction processes
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, Project Management, or a related field
Benefits
- Health, dental and vision insurance.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Hybrid work flexibility after successful completion of onboarding and training.
- Professional development and advancement opportunities.
Company Overview
Kdn Signs is a partner to regional and national signage companies who performs all types of sign and lighting installations and maintenance services. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Wood Dale, Illinois, US, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is http://kdnsigns.com.