Program Manager, Exterior Signage

Overview

Ideal Candidate will have previous experience in the Signage Industry

Job Summary: The Program Manager supports the Account Manager by developing and implementing comprehensive project plans for sign design, manufacturing, and installation, while meeting budget and gross margin targets. This role collaborates closely with internal departments—such as Art, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production Control—to ensure projects are executed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule. Additionally, the Program Manager selects and manages subcontractors, negotiates pricing, oversees installation quality, and prepares final billing packages for approval.

Our Exceptional Benefits Plan includes:

• Supportive & Friendly Culture
• Manage national accounts for Fortune 500 companies
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401k with Employer Contribution
• Company paid Short/Long Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off program + Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Career Mapping
• Additional perks including Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Program, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness Plans, Commuter Benefits and various employee discount offerings from our Vendors 
• Per diems available when traveling 

Stratus is one of the nation’s largest brand implementation companies. We are made up of 1,200+ employees nationwide who roll up their sleeves, dive into the details and bring our clients’ brands to life! We deliver versatile solutions for some of the nation’s largest and most recognized brands. From exterior signage & interior branding to site refresh & remodel, from energy & lighting to repair & maintenance solutions, we deliver ideal solutions to meet all our client's branding needs.

The base salary range for this position is $55,000 to $65,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

Project Development

• Attend initial customer meetings alongside sales and Account Management teams to clarify location requirements, product specifications, design considerations, and preliminary surveys.
• Collaborate with the Art and Engineering departments to produce initial artwork and develop production approaches.
• Incorporate project scope, pricing parameters, and relevant details into initial proposals or final bids for customer approval.
• Establish and update the initial ERP database with project information.

Project Planning

• Upon project award, finalize graphic and engineering drawings, product specifications, and project timelines.
• Work with Production Control to confirm production schedules …