USA is a nationally renowned exhibit fabrication firm located just outside of Philadelphia, PA and we have been doing business for 50 years. We are searching for a Project Manager to work on the development of permanent exhibits for Museums, Visitor Centers, Zoos, and Aquariums. 

Overview:

Successful candidates will have demonstrated the ability to manage several custom fabrication projects simultaneously. They will have a proven history of delivery of projects on time and on budget. They must be an initiative-taker, who is detail oriented, and who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. 

Position Description:

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for leading our team in the complete and satisfactory execution of assigned projects, from earliest planning phases through delivery and closeout. The PM is responsible for the successful management of scope, budget, schedule, and quality and is the company representative who coordinates with all project stakeholders. The PM is responsible for all project reporting and is expected to work collaboratively with others to meet each project’s unique requirements and needs. Some travel to installation sites might be required.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day processes and workflows for multiple concurrent projects.
• Develop, review, and update project schedules that effectively allocate resources and ensure that production complies with project deadlines and budgets.
• Collaborate with Production Leads to manage production and project scheduling.
• Material take-offs and procurement from USA suppliers.
• Manage subcontractor schedules, quality, coordination with other trades, and payments.
• Maintain professional relationships with all project stakeholders.
• Provide and collaborate to find solutions to design and material issues.
• Oversee all graphics coordination, management, and quality control.
• Manage project changes and change orders.
• Lead (bi-)weekly progress meetings, and scheduled shop reviews, with clients.
• Update Work-In-Progress (WIP) weekly reports to share with the Leadership Team.
• Monitor progress of each assigned project and adjust as needed to meet objectives.
• Develop, monitor, update, and communicate the project schedule and periodic revisions.
• Lead frequent quality control reviews of USA shop production.
• Manage job cost reporting, subcontractor invoicing, and customer invoicing.
• Manage project submittals and maintain client approvals and documentation.
• Meet project financial objectives by forecasting project requirements, scheduling. expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions when needed.
• Maintain up to date job information and photo documentation throughout each project.
• Ensure that company policies and processes are followed.
• Occasional travel for meetings with stakeholders and to supervise installation activities.
• Create installation work plans that include equipment rentals, staffing, and coordination.

Qualifications:

• College Degree preferred.
• PMI or PMP certification a plus.
• At least 5 years of experience and demonstrated success managing complex creative projects, with an emphasis on work for physical spaces or experiential environments that incorporate interactives and/or media elements.
• Ability to read blueprints and architectural drawings a must.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills.
• Technical knowledge of fabrication, millwork, and interior building materials.
• Meticulously organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Microsoft Suite and Google workspace knowledge are essential.
• Smartsheet, AutoCAD, Adobe CS, and/or Sketchup are all useful skills.

Company Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Vision insurance
• 401K with 4% matching funds after waiting period

Employment type: Full Time – Salary Exempt

Salary: $90,000

Schedule: 8:00 am to 4:45 pm Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm on Friday

Location: Folcroft, PA 

Position: On-site

For more information or to apply, email your resume and/or cover letter to: kmyers@buildwithusa.com

USA is a nationally renowned exhibit fabrication firm located just outside of Philadelphia, PA and we have been doing business for 50 years. We are searching for an experienced Cabinetmaker to work on the development of permanent exhibits for Museums, Visitor Centers, Zoos, and Aquariums. 

Overview:

We are searching for an experienced Cabinetmaker in the exhibit or display making industry. The preferred candidate will be a graduate of a trade school or apprenticeship program.  We need a high-end journeyman or journeywoman with the ability to construct a project from AutoCAD drawings. The candidate must follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean workspace. They must have demonstrated an ability to anticipate and solve practical problems. Some travel is required.

Position Description:

The Cabinetmaker works closely with USA’s Production Director, Production Foreman, and Shop Leads to ensure the successful execution of museum exhibits and custom fabrication projects. This role demands an ability to follow directions, work quickly with good judgment, and to meet deadlines. This candidate must possess a respectful disposition with all team members.

Responsibilities:

• To fabricate large-scale exhibit exhibits and displays for a variety of clients and applications.
• Manages workload on multiple projects seamlessly.
• Mechanical aptitude to utilize creative problem solving to find the best approach to the fabrication of each project.
• Maintains accountability for the final exhibit outcome.
• Successfully completes projects within the allotted hours assigned to the job.
• Interacts and communicates well with the project leads and design-detailing department.
• Willingness to be cross trained.

Qualifications:

• High School graduate and/or a certificate from a trade school or apprenticeship program.
• Minimum 5 years working experience in a custom woodshop.
• Must be able to read and understand shop drawings. 
• Build cabinets with the ability to take jobs from beginning to end with minimum supervision, self-starter.
• Working with solids and veneers in a custom wood shop, producing high quality furniture and cabinets.
• Operate a wide variety of woodworking machines in a safe and efficient manner.
• Work in conjunction with CNC parts as well as manual cut parts.
• Attention to detail throughout that fabrication process to hold required dimensions.
• Knowledge of lamination processes and ability to work with custom HPLs including pre lamination, post lamination and manual edge banding.
• Ability to handle and apply graphics with care.
• Understands the workflow from design to preconstruction to fabrication.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs. or more.
• Ability to work in a busy environment with strict deadlines.
• Perform quality control checks on finished products.
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs.
• Ability to read and understand production assembly drawings and specifications (CAD).
• Strong knowledge of fabrication and materials applications.
• Consistent attention to detail and a dedication to excellence.

Additional Qualifications:

• Adobe suites and CNC programing knowledge are a plus.
• Training in the operation of forklifts and scissor lifts a plus.
• Safety certification/knowledge a plus.
• Experience with spray finishes, lacquer and prepping for wood finishing a plus.
• Welding experience is a major plus.

Company Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Sick Time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401 K with matching funds

Employment type: Hourly Pay – Non-Exempt Status

Salary Range: Hourly Rate = $28 to $32 @ hour – Dependent on experience

Schedule: 7:00 am to 5:30 pm Monday to Thursday

Location: Folcroft, PA 

Position: On-site

For more information or to apply, email your resume and/or cover letter to: kmyers@buildwithusa.com

Universal Services Associates, Inc. is (www.buildwithusa.com) is a nationally renowned exhibit
fabrication firm located just outside of Philadelphia, PA. We are looking to hire an experienced
in-house bookkeeper to handle our company’s accounts. In this role you will be responsible for
managing the day-to-day accounting duties for USA. This includes entering vendor and expense
invoices, billing clients, reconciling bank and credit card statements, assisting with payroll, and preparing sales tax returns.

OVERVIEW

USA is transitioning from Sage to QuickBooks and this position will begin with the new fiscal year in January 2025. The current staff will be responsible for closing FY24 in Sage and this position will work in QuickBooks to start the new year.

To ensure success as an in-house bookkeeper, you should have advanced knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting systems, excellent project management skill, and a good eye for detail.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Managing A/P and A/R.
• Reconciling cash, bank, and credit card accounts and revenues.
• Maintain an accurate general ledger.
• Creating journal entries.
• Issuing invoices to and collecting payments from clients.
• Monitor business cash flow.
• Assist with financial statements.
• Process payroll.
• Additional tasks as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in accounting or related field or equivalent life experience.
• Previous experience as an in-house bookkeeper.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping software especially QuickBooks.
• Ability to work to a strict deadline.
• Attention to detail.
• Good communication skills
• This is an on-site position.

Employment type: Full Time, Exempt Status

Pay Scale: $57,500 to $65,000 

Schedule: Monday to Thursday 8:00 am to 4:45 pm; Friday 8:00 am to 3:30 pm

Location: Folcroft, PA 19032 

Position: On-site

Vacation and Personal Time off: Available after completing a 90-day probationary period

Company Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Vision insurance
• 401K with 4% matching funds after waiting period

For more information or to apply, email your resume and/or cover letter to: kmyers@buildwithusa.com