Design Project ManagerProducer at Re:Build Manufacturing

About Re:Build Manufacturing and Re:Build Tekna:Tekna was founded in 1988 in the heart of Southwest Michigan where creative vision and hard work laid the foundation for a business that continues to grow in a rapidly evolving industry. The rigor and attention to detail that comes with designing for the medical industry has awarded us success in supporting both major companies and start-ups from early stage development to commercialization. The same principles apply as weve expanded to serve customers in a wide variety of other industries including consumer and industrial goods electronics and appliances. Teknas project portfolio is incredibly diverse covering medical life science consumer and industrial product categories. Tekna is largely client focused offering design consulting contract manufacturing and original equipment manufacturing services. Teknas cross functional teams include Design Engineering Industrial Design CAD Procurement Production and Quality which offers a friendly and supportive team atmosphere.Re:Build Manufacturing is a family of industrial businesses combining cutting-edge enabling technologies operational superiority and strategic M&A to build Americas next-generation industrial company. Re:Build leverages deep expertise in operations management and technology to supercharge the performance of its subsidiaries by implementing core technologies across industrial platforms in diversified growth markets. Our goal is to help revitalize the U.S. manufacturing base over the coming decades creating substantial opportunities for our employees and the communities where we operate.If you like a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged with a diverse set of projects we offer a great deal of variety and empower our staff to take on as much responsibility as they can handle offering a helping hand and experienced-based coaching and the support of a highly competent team. Our goal is to enable our employees to achieve their fullest potential and through our association with Re:Build provide avenues for personal and professional growth.Who we are looking forThe Project Manager/Producer will serve as the liaison between our creative team and our clients ensuring that project objectives schedules and budgets are met. From scoping out new design or branding projects to coordinating cinematography shoots this role encompasses both the organizational rigor of traditional project management and the hands-on production skills required to execute seamless creative experiences.Your day-to-day activities will includeClient Communication & Relationship ManagementAct as the primary point of contact for assigned clients maintaining clear and consistent communication.Gather project requirements clarify goals and manage client expectations throughout project lifecycles.Provide regular status updates host client meetings and address any concerns promptly.Project Scoping & DocumentationDevelop comprehensive Statements of Work (SOWs) detailing scope deliverables timelines and budgets.Assist in drafting proposals and estimates for new client project requests.Ensure all project documentation is up-to-date and accessible to both internal and external stakeholders.Project Timeline & Resource ManagementCreate maintain and track detailed project schedules assigning tasks and ensuring deadlines are met.Collaborate with designers copywriters videographers and external vendors to allocate the necessary resources.Keep projects on time and within budget by proactively identifying and mitigating risks.In-House Production ManagementCoordinate daily tasks for the creative team ensuring alignment with project goals and client needs.Facilitate regular check-ins and stand-up meetings to keep everyone on the same page.Communicate any changes in scope deliverables or timelines to the internal team promptly.Cinematography & Shoot CoordinationDevelop production schedules and call sheets for video and photo shoots.Secure locations permits and equipment as needed.Source book and coordinate talent crew and vendors.Serve as the on-set liaison between clients and the creative team ensuring shoot days run smoothly.Budgeting & Financial OversightManage project budgets track expenses and handle purchase orders.Negotiate costs with vendors freelancers and production crew to stay within budget.Provide regular budget updates and financial reports to internal stakeholders.Quality Control & DeliveryReview deliverables to ensure they meet brand standards and client expectations.Coordinate final file handoff and project wrap-ups collecting feedback to optimize future workflows.What you bring to the teamBachelors degree in Project Management Communications Marketing or related field preferred.3 years of experience in project management or production within a creative design or agency environment.Desired Attributes:Strong understanding of the creative process (print digital and video/cinematography).Proficiency with project management tools (e.g. Harvest Click-up etc) and Microsoft Office workspace.Familiarity with budgeting and financial tracking tools or software.Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.Familiarity with budgeting and financial tracking tools or software.We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operateRe:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status marital status parental status cultural background organizational level work styles tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at or you may call us at 617.909.6275.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Cognos,Design Management,Account Development,Fireworks,Asic Employment Type : Contract Experience: years Vacancy: 1