Role: Project Manager

Written By Kate B

About Wavelength

Wavelength is a rapidly growing LED lighting distribution and retrofit company focused on the New York City market. Wavelength partners with real estate and construction companies to deliver impactful, complex, and beautiful lighting projects. Our work drives the built environment forward, modernizing the way we control lighting while making real estate of all kinds more energy efficient. The company has two business units (Distribution and Retrofits) headed by seasoned individuals, and we work with developers, general contractors, and electrical contractors building a diverse array of projects. Wavelength has built a reputation for excellence and professionalism in a challenging marketplace, and has an incredible team doing big things.

 

About the role

The ideal Project Manager candidate has experience in real estate or construction, understands the project process from takeoffs to implementation, and is an excellent communicator. The right candidate is someone who can manage material and personnel, and works well in a team context. Lighting knowledge is optional - Wavelength is glad to invest in the training of talented team members!

 

Responsibilities

  • Review architectural drawings and assess the technical elements of a project

  • Manage the flow of equipment from manufacturer to warehouse to site, and the technical elements that make for successful lighting installation and commissioning

  • Communicate clearly and effectively with contractors, reps, clients, and colleagues

  • Manage an array of mission-critical project tasks, including handling submittals, issuing RFIs, and adapting to changes in the project through its lifecycle

  • The real estate and construction industries have a language and a rhythm all of their own. The right candidate for this role ideally has experience in these or an adjacent field, and is capable of hitting the ground running

 

Who we are looking for:

  • Detail-oriented professionals with a keen eye for the intricacies of retrofit and construction projects.

  • Individuals who embody hustle, creativity, and a collaborative spirit

  • Self-starters with a strong sense of project ownership and a commitment to delivering high-quality work

  • Reliable team members who ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time

  • Ambitious individuals eager to contribute to a rapidly growing company

 

Other qualifications:

  • Construction, real estate, or adjacent industry project management experience

  • Proficient with Excel, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite

  • Familiarity with construction-specific technology (ProCore, AIA documents, BuildingConnected, etc) a plus

 

Job details:

  • Full-time position; $60,000 - $70,000 annually plus benefits

  • Hybrid position; office in Downtown Brooklyn

 

How to apply:

Please send your resume and a note telling us what excites you about the Wavelength journey and why you are the right person for the job at michael@wavelengthlighting.com

Kate B
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