About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, a leading provider of visual communications and custom signage solutions.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Summary

Confidential Client is hiring an Entry Level Project Manager to support signage and visual communications projects in Lorton, VA. This full-time role offers hands-on project ownership across fabrication, permitting, coordination, and installation workflows. Schedule: Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM. Compensation: $54,000 base + commission opportunities.

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What You’ll Do

You will manage small-to-medium signage projects from design through install, acting as the primary operational contact and helping drive profitability and on-time delivery.

• Support and oversee signage projects from initial design concept through site installation, defining activity sequences, task assignments, and milestone schedules
• Coordinate project resources and vendor quotes; review cost estimates and track Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
• Assist with vendor pricing negotiations to help maximize project profitability
• Prepare, submit, and track local municipal sign permit applications to ensure compliance with codes and timelines
• Serve as central point of contact between clients, sales, fabricators, architects, and installation crews
• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor installation progress, quality, and safety compliance
• Maintain accurate project records in project-management tools and participate in post-project evaluations
• Provide backup support to operations and sales teams during peak volumes

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Qualifications

• 1–3 years hands-on experience in signage, print production, commercial construction, architectural fabrication, or a related field
• Foundational understanding of custom sign types (e.g., vinyl graphics, channel letters, monument signs) or general construction logistics and permitting processes
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and project-tracking software; familiarity with basic financial metrics (unit costs, budget tracking)
• Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and schedules
• Demonstrated problem-solving instincts and attention to detail
• Bachelor’s degree in project management, construction management, business, or related field is a plus but not required

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Location, Schedule & Compensation

• Location: Lorton, VA (on-site)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
• Compensation: $54,000 base salary + commission opportunities (as stated by the client)

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Tools & Skills

• Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets
• Project-tracking software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Trello, or similar)
• Basic cost estimating and budget tracking practices
• Familiarity with municipal permitting workflows is highly desirable

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Why Join

• Hands-on ownership of end-to-end projects in a growing signage and visual communications business
• Opportunity to develop leadership skills and expand responsibilities as you demonstrate results
• Exposure to estimating, vendor management, permitting, and field installation — strong runway for career growth

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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