Exhibitions & Programming Projects Leader

Old Port of Montreal; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks vacation

Five personal days

Paid sick leave

Comprehensive benefits package

RRSP contribution 3.75%

Company-provided computer

Cellphone

Free parking

Job summary

Old Port of Montreal seeks an Exhibitions and Programming Projects Leader to plan, coordinate, and deliver exhibitions, school programs, immersive experiences, and events. This role manages full lifecycle projects, coordinating internal teams, partners, and suppliers from concept through implementation.

The incumbent ensures quality, visitor experience, budget adherence, and opportunities for partnerships and revenue growth, contributing to MSC programming evolution while prioritizing

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing multidisciplinary, educational, cultural, scientific, or technical projects within museum or cultural institutions.
• Experience in business development is required.
• Experience with digital projects is considered an asset.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., design, communications, biology, etc.).
• Graduate degree in museology or cultural organization management (an asset).
• Proficiency with the Microsoft 365 suite.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies.
• Knowledge of exhibition design, scenography, fabrication processes, and universal accessibility principles.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of Exhibitions, School Programs, Immersive Experiences, and Science and Technology Events (50%).
• Develop production briefs and technical specifications for project components.
• Coordinate suppliers, consultants, and project partners; oversee content writing, editing, translation, and reviews.
• Coordinate the fabrication, transportation, installation, and dismantling of project elements.
• Ensure adherence to social responsibility, accessibility, safety, quality, and visitor experience.

Skills

Prioritization

Communication

Agility

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Creativity

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Science & technology interest

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Graduate degree in museology or cultural organization management

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Exhibitions & Programming Projects Leader

903633 Montreal, QC, CA

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1096

Exhibitions and Programming Project Leader

Position Summary For the Corporation the Old Port of Montreal (OPM) manages a major recreational, tourism, and cultural destination located where the city meets the river. Through the enhancement of the Old Port site and the Montreal Science Centre (MSC), the Corporation actively contributes to the development of the metropolis. A dynamic and diverse workplace awaits you!

The Exhibitions and Programming Project Leader plans, coordinates, and delivers programming projects, including exhibitions, school programs, immersive experiences, and events. In this role, the incumbent is responsible for the full lifecycle management of projects under their supervision, from concept development through implementation, while coordinating internal teams, partners, subject matter experts, and suppliers.

The Project Leader ensures project objectives related to quality, visitor experience, outreach, schedules, and budgets are achieved. The incumbent also contributes to the development of partnerships, the identification of strategic opportunities, and the evolution of the Montreal Science Centre’s programming offerings.

Responsibilities

Delivery of Exhibitions, School Programs, Immersive Experiences, and Science and Technology Events (50%)

• Participate in the design, planning, and delivery of permanent, temporary, and travelling exhibitions, museum experiences, educational programs, and science- and technology-focused events;
• Contribute to the development of concepts, storylines, content, visitor journeys, and interpretation strategies aligned with MSC priorities and programming objectives;
• Coordinate the production of project components, including content, graphic elements, multimedia, audiovisual and interactive features, environmental design elements, and visitor engagement components;
• Develop production briefs and technical specifications required for the fabrication, acquisition, or integration of project components;
• Prepare statements of work and coordinate suppliers, consultants, content specialists, and project partners;
• Oversee content writing, editing, language review, and translation processes;
• Review and approve plans, mock-ups, prototypes, specifications, and proofs prior to production or publication;
• Coordinate the fabrication, transportation, installation, and dismantling of project elements;
• Ensure adherence to institutional commitments regarding social responsibility, sustainability, universal accessibility, safety, quality, and visitor experience;
• Coordinate logistical, technical, and operational requirements related to events under their responsibility;
• Participate in training and knowledge-transfer activities with internal teams to ensure successful project implementation.

Project Management, Resource Management, and Advisory Role (50%)

• Manage projects from planning through post-implementation evaluation;
• Develop schedules, budgets, work plans, and tracking tools required to successfully deliver projects;
• Monitor project deliverables, identify issues, assess risks, and recommend appropriate corrective actions;
• Track project budgets and recommend adjustments to ensure objectives are achieved;
• Negotiate and administer contracts, agreements, and procurement activities related to assigned projects;
• Act as an advisor to various teams within their area of expertise;
• Identify and develop partnership, sponsorship, commercialization, and project enhancement opportunities to generate revenue, optimize investments, and increase project reach and sustainability;
• Contribute to the development of new initiatives, collaborations, and opportunities aligned with the organization’s strategic objectives;
• Maintain project documentation and ensure information is effectively communicated to stakeholders;
• Collaborate closely with MSC departments and teams to ensure alignment, coordination, and achievement of project goals;
• Actively contribute to fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within programming teams and cross-functional MSC projects.

Experience & Knowledge Required

• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing multidisciplinary, educational, cultural, scientific, or technical projects within museum or cultural institutions;
• Experience in business development;
• Experience with digital projects is considered an asset;
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., design, communications, biology, etc.);
• Graduate degree in museology or cultural organization management (an asset);
• Proficiency with the Microsoft 365 suite;
• Knowledge of project management methodologies;
• Knowledge of exhibition design, scenography, fabrication processes, and universal accessibility principles.

Desired Skills and Competencies

• Strong prioritization and time-management skills;
• Effective communication and ability to convey complex concepts in accessible terms;
• Agility and adaptability;
• Analytical and synthesis skills;
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality;
• Creativity and problem-solving abilities;
• Negotiation and influencing skills;
• Strategic thinking and business acumen;
• Strong interest in science and technology.

Working Conditions

• Dynamic work environment;
• Three (3) weeks of vacation upon hiring;
• Five (5) personal days upon hiring;
• Paid sick leave bank;
• Comprehensive employee benefits package;
• Group RRSP contribution of 3.75% of annual salary;
• Company-provided computer and cellphone;
• Free parking (taxable benefit);
• Permanent full-time position, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week).

The Corporation is committed to an Employment Equity Program and encourages women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The use of the masculine gender is intended solely to simplify the text and facilitate reading.