Contract Project Manager

Artemest is a company specialized in Italian craftsmanship and design through a curated selection of handmade furniture, lighting, décor, and art by top artisans and brands. It serves private clients and professionals worldwide through its online store, New York gallery, bespoke design services, and large-scale interior projects via Artemest Contract.

Founded in 2015 by the shared vision of CEO Marco Credendino and Creative Director Ippolita Rostagno, Artemest travels across Italy to uncover timeless pieces and the stories of their creators—master artisans who blend centuries-old techniques with modern sensibilities.

The brand offers exclusive access to over 50,000 handmade products by 1,000 artisans and manufacturers spanning all major production areas. Aiming at showcasing Italy’s refined artisanal heritage to the world, Artemest provides discerning buyers the opportunity to effortlessly explore and shop the best of contemporary Italian design. Every product reflects Italy’s rich design heritage and celebrates the mastery discovered across its diverse manufacturing districts.

**Posizione**:
Artemest is looking for a Contract Project Manager to join our Trade & Design Project Management Team. You will lead bespoke B2B interior projects for an international portfolio of architects, interior designers, and luxury brands—playing a strategic role in ensuring operational efficiency, client satisfaction and business growth.

This role combines managerial approach and commercial acumen, making it ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, detail-oriented environments and is passionate about design, craftsmanship, and luxury.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Project Leadership**
- Lead and oversee the full lifecycle of high-end interior design projects, from tendering to engineering, supplier coordination, production, delivery, and final installation.
- Define project scope, budget, and timeline with precision—monitoring key milestones and proactively mitigating risks.
- Ensure that all phases meet our standards of quality, timing, and cost-efficiency.

**Client Management**
- Act as the main point of contact for top-tier Trade clients (Architects, Interior Designers, Luxury Retail Brands), building trust and managing communications across all project stages.
- Understand client objectives and ensure design outcomes reflect their aesthetic and functional needs.

**Supplier & Vendor Coordination**
- Liaise with our curated network of Italian artisans and manufacturers to source bespoke products and materials aligned with project requirements.
- Oversee feasibility analysis, availability checks, and production schedules.

**Budget & Margin Management**
- Evaluate and monitor project costs and profit margins, ensuring commercial soundness without compromising design quality.
- Provide value-engineered alternatives when needed.

**Technical & Compliance Oversight**
- Supervise technical specifications, certifications, and compliance requirements throughout the project.
- Work closely with architects, contractors, and clients’ consultants to ensure alignment at every stage.

**Internal Coordination**
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams including Sales, Order Management, Logistics, Customer Care, and Administration.
- Facilitate smooth operations and on-time delivery through clear, timely communication.

**Opportunity Scouting**
- Support the evaluation of new project leads and RFQs, preparing strategic responses in collaboration with Sales and Design.

**Requisiti**:
**Who We Are Looking For?**
- Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or similar, with a strong sense of aesthetics and spatial design.
- 4+ years of experience managing complex projects in luxury interiors, architecture, or custom retail design.
- Familiar with millwork, bespoke furniture production, and site coordination.
- Excellent client-facing and project leadership skills—capable of guiding high-profile clients and multiple stakeholders with confidence.
- Proficient in project management tools (MS Office, Excel, ).
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Business-oriented mindset with high attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
- Fluent in English; Italian native or fluent.
- Passionate about design, Italian craftsmanship, and the luxury lifestyle sector.
- Proactive, collaborative, and resilient under pressure.

**Altre informazioni**:
**What We Offer**:

- The opportunity to work directly with some of the most established architecture and design firms in the world.
- The opportunity to work within a fast-paced and innovative company experiencing exceptional growth and opportunity.
- Exposure to prestigious clients and projects within the luxury interiors space.
- A supportive, international team and a collaborative work environment.