Project Manager - Retail Displays

Job Description

Senior Project Manager (Project Manager III)

Compensation : 120,000 - 130,000

Employment Type : Full-Time, On-Site (Bartlett, IL)

Avenica partners with a leading national manufacturer and retail-environment design company to provide a personalized experience for candidates exploring senior-level project management opportunities within their growing organization.

This is an opportunity to join a high-impact, fast-paced team that delivers complex, large-scale client programs from concept to installation. As a Senior Project Manager (Project Manager III) , you’ll serve as a key leader within the Project Management Office (PMO), overseeing high-visibility programs and collaborating closely with senior leadership and strategic clients to define scope, timelines, and success metrics.

How You’ll Drive Impact

As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in executing complex retail and construction programs, mentoring emerging project leaders, and ensuring excellence across all stages of the project lifecycle — from estimating and engineering to production and installation.

Key Responsibilities :

Serve as the primary client liaison for strategic accounts and multi-site programs.

Lead program planning, resource allocation, and milestone tracking across concurrent projects.

Manage project scope, budget, and risk to achieve financial and operational targets.

Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Estimating, and Production teams to drive alignment.

Facilitate kickoff meetings, executive status updates, and steering-committee reviews.

Oversee value-engineering initiatives and profitability assessments.

Mentor Project Manager I / II team members, fostering best practices and continuous improvement.

Forecast workload and resource requirements to optimize performance.

Champion PMO development and process standardization.

Ensure all deliverables meet safety, quality, and compliance standards.

About You

You’re a seasoned project leader with a track record of managing complex, high-visibility programs and a passion for mentoring others. You combine strong business acumen with operational discipline and thrive in a fast-moving, cross-functional environment.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.

5+ years of progressive project or program management experience.

Demonstrated success leading large, multi-site retail, construction, or manufacturing programs.

Strong financial literacy — familiarity with cost structures, contribution margin, and profitability.

Advanced proficiency in ERP / CRM systems (Epicor, Salesforce preferred).

PMP certification or equivalent project management credential preferred.

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder-management skills.

Why This Opportunity?

This is a chance to join an innovative company known for delivering creative, large-scale environments for top brands nationwide. You’ll influence cross-departmental success, mentor future leaders, and work with clients that set industry standards — all while being supported by a collaborative leadership team that values continuous improvement and professional growth.

Benefits Overview

Comprehensive Health & Wellness program (medical, dental, vision)

Short- and long-term disability insurance (company-paid)

Employer-sponsored AD&D insurance

Generous paid time off including vacation, personal, sick, and holidays

401(k) with 4% company match

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Avenica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individuals are respected and valued. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We believe that diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our team and drives innovation. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.