Project Director

PROJECT DIRECTORReports To: Principal, General ManagerEmployment Type: Full-time, Mid-Senior levelHybrid Work Model (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)Overview: Entro is seeking a dynamic Project Director to lead the design vision while overseeing the successful planning and delivery of projects for our New York Studio. This hybrid role combines high-level creative leadership with strong project oversight across all phases—from concept to implementation. You will work closely with partners, principals, designers, and clients across a range of built environment projects including signage, wayfinding, and experiential graphic design (EGD).ResponsibilitiesProvide overall project support and for multiple, concurrent, and complex design/construction projects from schematic design to post construction phases.Assess and ensure schematic design, design development packages, technical drawings, reports, and contract documentation are complete, submitted to the clients on time, and comply with the requirements of the project.Manage budget, forecast expenditures and other costs.Maintain open communication with the General Manager(GM) regarding project status, health, reviews, and changes, and aid the GM when needed.Partner with GM on staffing coordination, workload management, and overall team operations to support project delivery and studio performance.Contribute to team development, recruitment, onboarding, and people operations initiatives in collaboration with GM and Senior Leadership.Develop workback schedules and communicate with internal and external stakeholders.Assess compliance and successful completion of projects in accordance with applicable legislation, regulations, procedures, guidelines, and accepted construction standards.Coordinate technical advice on design and contract administration issues, construction methods/issues and standards.Support design teams prioritize deliverables and achieving milestone datesContract administration principles/practices applicable to EGD design/constructionReview, comment on or author new initiatives, specifications, alternative project delivery models and associated documentationQualificationsMinimum of 6+ years experience as a Project Director or in a similar position.Experience in wayfinding and branded environments, exhibit design, retail design would be considered an asset.Portfolio of successful projects completed in the past 4 years; we are looking for sector experience.Experience in construction projects a plus (phases of construction)Proficiency on a Mac is beneficial, as we operate in a Mac environment and utilizes theGoogle Suite of products.Excellent oral and written communication skills to prepare reports, briefing notes and presentations, and to liaise with clients, partners/collaborators, and contractors.Interpersonal and influencing skills to discuss and resolve issues and encourage good working relationships and performance to deliverables.Negotiation skills to obtain agreement on incorporating contract changes that may have impacts on schedules, deliverables, and budget.Ability to develop alternative solutions to complex issues, be resourceful and adaptable.Our People – work with award winning, recognized industry leaders and best-in-class project teams.Our Projects – work on exciting, high profile projects that are at the forefront of environmental design and placemaking across the world.Our Compensation – work for an employer that offers competitive pay, extended health and dental benefits as well as opportunities for career growth & development.Salary range - $120,000 onwards