Project Manager (Wood, Joinery & Bespoke Furniture)

SUMMARY:
The Senior Project Manager leads high-end residential and commercial projects from initial shop drawing sign-offs through factory production to final site installation.

POSITION INFO:
Project Manager (Wood, Joinery & Bespoke Furniture) - Silverton, Pretoria Lead high-end residential and commercial projects from initial shop drawing sign-offs through factory production to final site installation. About Our Client Our client operates a business that blends traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing tech. The company works on high-end residential and commercial projects specializing in high-end joinery, custom timber furniture, and architectural woodwork. The Role: Project Manager (Wood, Joinery & Bespoke Furniture) The Senior Project Manager leads high-end residential and commercial projects from initial shop drawing sign-offs through factory production to final site installation. The purpose of the role is to serve as the primary link between client design teams, workshop production managers, CNC operators, and on-site installation crews to ensure craftsmanship is delivered on time and within budget. Main focus areas include project planning, client and stakeholder liaison, factory production and installation oversight, and financial and administrative control. Key Responsibilities Apply a minimum of 5+ years of direct experience in high-end joinery, bespoke furniture manufacturing, or shopfitting to lead project lifecycles. Review architectural plans, ID schedules, and CAD\/3D technical drawings for feasibility, timber selection, joinery details, and hardware integration. Establish project timelines, milestone tracking, and site delivery schedules while coordinating material procurement with suppliers. Act as the main point of contact for clients, main contractors, interior designers, and architects while conducting site visits, site measurements, and structural checks. Manage client expectations, variation orders, project budgets, labor costs, and material yield. Collaborate with the factory workshop team on CNC machining, assembly, and finishing, while performing quality assurance checks on raw timber, components, spray finishes, and pre-assembled furniture. Oversee on-site installation teams and subcontractors to ensure installation quality and adherence to health and safety protocols. Monitor project sign-offs, snagging lists, handovers, and final project sign-offs for practical completion. About You Minimum 5+ years of direct experience as a Project Manager or Technical Estimator in high-end joinery, bespoke furniture manufacturing, or shopfitting. Deep technical understanding of timber species, solid wood construction, veneers, board products, spray painting\/polishing, hardware systems, and integration with glass, metal, or stone. Ability to read and interpret detailed CAD\/Shop drawings (AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar). Familiarity with CNC manufacturing processes and workshop machinery. Proficiency in project management software (MS Project, Smartsheet, Trello) and Excel. Valid driver''s license. High attention to detail with an eye for luxury joinery finishes, reveal gaps, grain matching, and tolerances. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to resolve on-site alignment or structural issues efficiently.