We are looking for a dynamic Project Manager to join our team at The Gettys Group. This role is crucial in driving the successful execution of creative projects and elevating the overall client experience. This role requires someone with strong leadership, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for making things happen.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with clients, vendors, consultants, and internal design teams to move projects forward efficiently.
• Support design leadership by organizing project schedules, meeting agendas, and documentation.
• Review, mark up, and coordinate drawings and design documents using AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Figma, Enscape, and Specsources.
• Serve as liaison between design, branding, business development and procurement teams, ensuring smooth communication and information flow.
• Oversee FF&E coordination and vendor communications, including sample requests and approvals.
• Maintain and update project libraries and digital resources.
• Assist with training and mentoring design assistants and interns on project workflows.
• Contribute to project presentations, design packages, and client deliverables.

Work Environment

• Location: Chicago headquarters – dog friendly office.
• Schedule: In-office Monday through Thursday, remote on Fridays.

Role Requirements

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Deep organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to work cross-functionally and at all organizational levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word (required).
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Passion for design and empowering creative teams.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• A self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and an ability to see the big picture while managing the details.
• A clear communicator who can articulate creative vision and project logistics effectively across teams.
• Adept at building trusted relationships and fostering collaboration within fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Flexible, resourceful, and solution-oriented with a can-do attitude.
• Able to stay calm and organized under pressure, managing competing priorities without sacrificing quality.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of project or program management experience, ideally within a creative agency, in-house team, or similar environment.
• Proven experience leading creative projects and managing project budgets.
• Experience in hospitality, branding, or hotel design projects is a strong plus.
• PMP or other project management certification is a bonus, but not required.