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Arch Spec Associate Project Manager Job

Armstrong World Industries

Chicago, IL
Part Time
Mid Level
68k-74k
4 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Account Manager role at Turf Design, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, involves providing sales administrative support, project coordination, and customer service. The position acts as a liaison between sales representatives and internal teams to ensure an exceptional customer experience from project conception through post-installation. The company offers a supportive culture with opportunities for personal development, a casual work environment, and a focus on teamwork and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manages larger projects and top accounts, coordinating with internal teams to find solutions for unique products or installations.
  • Receives, processes, and manages multiple incoming orders with unique requirements and timelines.
  • Controls project flow from project start through shipping phase by providing administrative direction for customers and internal departments to ensure timely and within-budget completion.
  • Analyzes initial project requirements and updates internal databases as project status changes.
  • Maintains and archives communication for each project using NetSuite and Outlook, and sends maintenance and warranty packets.
  • Participates in higher level process improvements and internal projects, and communicates directly with designers and engineers after project handoff.
  • Works with Architectural Specialties Project Managers to establish large project timelines and phasing, and attends weekly meetings to review time-sensitive projects.
  • Provides problem resolution and reports issues, implications, and potential courses of action.
  • Communicates with customers regarding order status, ship dates, delays, and tracking information.
  • Supports assigned representatives and participates in showroom tours and events as needed.
  • Leads project intake meetings, communicates next steps and timelines with clients, and provides subject matter expertise on product designs.

Requirements

  • BA/BS degree in business, communication, or related field.
  • 2+ years of work experience in sales, customer service, or sales process improvement.
  • Professional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Active listening skills and ability to collaborate effectively.
  • Ability to adapt plans quickly and work well in challenging environments.
  • Comfort with learning new concepts rapidly and in technical, consultative-sales settings.
  • Ability to diffuse difficult customer situations and manage multiple projects with attention to detail.
  • Willingness to learn industry-specific skills related to Architecture + Design.
  • Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Adobe Suite, and NetSuite.

Nice to Have

  • Minimum 2+ years of work experience in sales support or inside sales preferred.
  • Experience in the Architecture + Design field is a plus.
  • Experience working in cloud-based CRM systems preferred.

Qualifications

  • Educational background with a BA/BS degree in business, communication, or related field.
  • Relevant work experience of at least 2 years in sales, customer service, or related roles.

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive salary range of $68,000 to $74,000 per year, based on location, skills, and experience.
  • Benefits package including medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, product discounts, and more.
  • Personal development opportunities to grow your career.
  • Casual work environment with recognition programs and service awards.
  • Access to fitness center and lunchtime cafe.

Working at Armstrong World Industries

Armstrong World Industries fosters a supportive, collaborative culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork. The company values trust, integrity, innovation, and sustainability, aiming to create positive impacts in spaces where people live, work, learn, heal, and play. They emphasize diversity, purpose-driven work, and sustainable solutions, encouraging employees to grow and develop within a respectful and inclusive environment.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 17, 2025
Job CategoryProject Management
Salary68k-74k
Job TypePart Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceMid Level

About Armstrong World Industries

Website

armstrongceilings.com

Company Size

1001-5000 employees

Location

Chicago, IL

Industry

Other Plastics Product Manufacturing

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