Artwork Project Manager

Job Description

Vickers Neal Recruitment Solutions Ltd are currently working with Elegant Clutter Ltd.Based in Warwick, Elegant Clutter Ltd are a leading supplier of bespoke artwork and sculpture to the restaurant, bar and hotel industries in the UK and Europe.Project management responsibilities include the coordination and completion of projects on time within budget and within scope. Take ownership and oversee all aspects of projects. Set deadlines, assign responsibilities and monitor and summarize progressof project. The successful candidate will work directly with clients to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget. He or she will coordinate with other departments to ensure all aspects of each project are on trackThe ideal candidate will combine excellent organisation skills with the ability to be creative and to generate ideas. Suitable applicants may have experience in account management within a marketing agency or other creative organisation. Qualified projectmanagers from within the hospitality, construction or procurement sectors with a keen interest in art and design would also be considered.They will perform a variety of tasks as well as lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. The best candidates will enhance Elegant Clutters reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and differentrequests as well as explore opportunities to add value to the job.Key Responsibilities

• Proactive management of your own portfolio of accounts/clients including interior designers, restaurants, hotel owners/operators and hospitality procurement companies.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
• Interpretation and development of briefs to ensure artwork package fits the design aesthetic and budget stipulated by client.
• Briefing and guidance of our design studio to ensure the artwork research and design proposals are industry leading.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
• Preparing and co-ordinating project costings and issuing of timely quotations to clients
• Site meeting and surveys to refine artwork proposal and prepare risk assessment or method statements as required.
• Working with our manufacturing teams to develop artwork and sculptural specifications for production
• Procurement and outsourcing of project components when appropriate
• Report and escalate to management as needed
• Management of artwork installation working alongside logistics department and our installation technicians.
• Financial management of the project throughout to ensure all installations are profitable.

• Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress

Essential Skills

• Proven working experience in a project management environment
• To be naturally client focussed and able to manage a diverse range of situations
• A positive and assertive disposition suitable for managing pressurised projects
• A good eye for design
• Good advance planning skills for all stages of a project.
• Strong research and procurement skills
• Excellent communicator at all levels with clients and suppliers
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to quickly understand numbers and prices to be able to easily negotiate financial terms with clients
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience of the Interior Design industry would be highly advantageous
• Able to come up with practical solutions and plenty of common sense
• Ability to manage small teams

Please be aware that the individual will need to be flexible to work irregular hours as installations can start at 6am or be done late in the evenings. You will need a driving licence and your own car. If you have a wealth of experience to cover all theabove requirements, then we are keen to hear from you. In the first instance please send a CV along with a supporting covering letter outlining your relevant skills and experience to date.We regret that CVs sent without a covering letter cannot be considered.We DO NOT submit CVs to third parties

Keyskills :
CreativityDesigningProject Managers