Project Supervisor (Commercial Furniture Installation)

At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We listen. We observe. We understand that each customer has unique needs. So, we pride ourselves on helping our customers make smart furniture decisions by offering expert advice, design options and personalized solutions.Since 1941, we've positioned KI as the furniture company that best understands the furniture industry and is committed to providing customers with the smart solutions. By targeting specific markets with solutions for business furniture, university furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture and government furniture, we can quickly respond to our customers' unique needs - including the choice to procure furniture according to what fits their ordering and fulfillment process. That's why we say we offer far more than furniture. We're Furnishing Knowledge.

KI is looking for a Project Supervisor to join our Installation team! This hands-on role oversees and participates in the installation of commercial furniture products, ensuring quality and accuracy in the field. This position is based in Texas, and we prefer candidates who reside in or near Dallas, Houston, San Antonio or Austin. This role requires extensive travel throughout the territory.

Responsibilities include managing installations, addressing warranty issues, coordinating go-backs, and serving as the primary onsite contact for customers and vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel to job sites to properly install and/or troubleshoot KI, OEI and UNICOR product lines.
• Read and interpret architectural blueprints and furniture floor prints.
• Provide customer service and technical support in the field to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Supervise and train vendors/subcontractors onsite.
• Attend and lead project-related meetings, as needed.
• Act as the main point of contact for the customer and/or vendor while onsite in the field.
• Communicate effectively to the Regional Manager or Project Manager regarding the installation status, product concerns, etc.
• Conduct quality inspections with the customers to develop punch list of deficiencies.

What you Need to Succeed

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of construction and/or installation experience preferred.
• Ability to understand and interpret floor plans and blueprints; strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to travel extensively (up to 80%) throughout the U.S.; KI provides a vehicle for road travel.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.

What KI Offers You

• Hourly Pay Range: $28-35/hour (may vary from this scale based on experience, education, and location), with potential for overtime earnings.
• Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As an employee, you will have stock ownership in the company.
• Competitive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for your well-being.
• A 401(k) Plan with Company Match: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, & Holidays: Time off to recharge and spend with loved ones.
• Employee Product Discounts: Special pricing on company products.
• Educational Reimbursement Program: Support for degree programs and certifications.
• Full Benefits Package: Includes life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

KI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.