Trade Show Project Manager

Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicate with sales and design department to ensure that project in production meets conceptual vision and client expectations.
• Estimate costs for projects, assist AE’s with wording for proposals.
• Oversee development of production specification drawings.
• Order all project specific materials and hardware, issue purchase orders, and account for all project costs and variances.
• Manage subcontractor support for specialty items.
• Daily communication with shop foreman relating to fabrication details and changes as they arise.
• Initiate and lead weekly project specific meetings and communicate results to all affected team members.
• Create crate content lists and shipping manifest with the assistance of the logistics department.
• Create set-up package for on-site managers with the assistance of the detailing department.
• Initiate and lead post event meetings with the emphasis on improvements in process and procedures that can be applied to future projects.
• Mentor and help develop career path for junior team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Ability to travel and work weekends as needed for trade show events.