Associate Project Manager, Private Clients
Van Wyck & Van Wyck · New York, NY · 3 wk ago
On-siteInformation Technology$85k–$110k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Support end-to-end event planning and execution from preproduction through load-out and reconciliation
- Create and manage production timelines, run-of-show documents, and production orders
- Research, secure, and manage vendors including venues, rental companies, fabricators, and subcontractors
- Build staffing plans and handle crew scheduling, travel arrangements, and accommodations as needed
- Proactively troubleshoot production challenges and escalate appropriately
- Order event supplies and coordinate site delivery and return with comprehensive logistical guides
- Communicate clearly and consistently on logistics, deliverables, and production timing across internal teams and vendors
- Ensure scope and budget remain aligned with production realities throughout the planning process
- Collaborate with production colleagues and vendors to problem-solve and develop solutions in real time
- Serve as a calm, focused point of contact for crew and vendors during live events
Required Qualifications/Skills
- A minimum of 5+ years of experience in luxury event production, hospitality operations, concierge services, or premium client experience environments
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; confident in managing vendor outreach and follow-up
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously with precision
- Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail, presentation, and guest experience
- Collaborative working style with the ability to work across departments and personalities
- Comfort working under tight timelines and in high-pressure live event environments
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and emotional intelligence when interacting with colleagues, clients, and principals
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as event schedules require
- Experience in luxury private event production, private membership clubs, VIP or celebrity concierge services, or luxury hospitality experience
- Experience interacting directly with VIP guests, clients, or principals
- Experience coordinating fabrication, rentals, and specialty vendors in a production context
- Strong instincts around aesthetics, presentation, guest flow, and the level of detail required within luxury event environments
- Budget management and cost control