Account Project Manager Trade Shows and Events

As an Exhibition Project Manager at Exhibit Pros, you will play a pivotal role in transforming our clients' visions into stunning trade show booth realities.

Your responsibilities will encompass the entire project lifecycle, from conceptualization to dismantling, ensuring the success of each of our client's visions is met.

Key Responsibilities :

• Conceptualize and Design : Collaborate closely with clients and our creative design team to conceptualize and bring to life the client's vision for each project, ensuring it aligns with their objectives.
• Communication Proficiency : Conduct and lead the initial discovery call with all new and existing clients.
• Project and Proposal Review : Review the proposal in its entirety and ensure that all requirements and obligations are understood and addressed according to the initial discovery call.
• Cost Estimation : Expertly estimate and analyze project costs, making informed decisions to maintain profitability. Manage, Track, and report all project costs, including labor, materials, purchases, rentals, fabrication, and third-party costs and services.
• Project Oversight : Take the helm in planning, coordinating, and executing all aspects of trade show and event projects, maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
• Vendor Management : Identify the need for external vendors and oversee their selection and performance to enhance project outcomes.
• Workforce Planning : Lead the planning of workforce resources for building trade show booths, ensuring efficient and timely execution.
• ERP System Utilization : Utilize our company's ERP system to monitor project progress and manage project-specific details.
• Schedule Management : Oversee project plans and schedules for all of our projects, ensuring all deadlines (customer previews, ship dates, return dates, etc.) are met.
• Team Leadership : Provide direction, supervision, and management to contractors, employees, and vendors, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Profitability Focus : Maintain or improve estimated gross margins on all projects, consistently delivering value to our clients.
• Quality Assurance : Have the final say on all standards related to the project, guaranteeing top-notch quality.
• Project Closure : Ensure the timely closure of projects, leaving a lasting positive impression on clients.

Qualifications :

• 3-5 years of Trade Show project management experience is a must.
• Proven experience in project management, preferably in the exhibit / events or related industry.
• Strong design and conceptualization skills.
• Ability to estimate and manage project budgets effectively.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems and project management platforms.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Strong communication and client management skills.
• Account / project management in one of the following areas : Commercial, Hospitality, Retail or Mixed-Use Construction Management;

Architectural Project Management; Specialty Fabrication; Large Scale Event, Experiential or Trade Show Production; advertising or brand marketing.

Join our dynamic team and be part of creating memorable and impactful experiences for our clients at conventions and trade shows.

If you're a dedicated and creative professional with a passion for project management and design, we invite you to apply and contribute to our success.

Application Process :

To apply for the Exhibit Trade Show Project Manager position, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you're a great fit for this role at Exhibit Pros.