Project Manager - Experiential Marketing

AIP Connect; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing production firm in Markham is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead client-facing projects in experiential marketing and tradeshow activations. This hybrid role requires over 7 years of project management experience, strong knowledge of event logistics, and the ability to work closely with teams to ensure successful project delivery. Join a collaborative culture that encourages innovative approaches to project execution and logistics management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Project Management within a marketing or event agency.
• Strong knowledge of tradeshow procedures and logistics management.
• Proficiency in project management software and office applications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between client and internal teams.
• Own the project lifecycle, managing concurrent programs from planning through execution.
• Coordinate comprehensive tradeshow programs and on-site installations.

Skills

Project Management

Event Logistics

Tradeshow Procedures

Team Collaboration

Detail-oriented

Tools

Asana

Monday

Basecamp

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Our client is a global one-stop Marketing Production company. For over 25 years they have fostered long-standing relationships with clients, agencies, vendors, and field teams. They are successful because they provide uncompromising guidance and support in any way necessary.

Their philosophy is, we never say no to a project. Over time they’ve seen projects from weird to wonderful, and everywhere in between. An endless opportunity to bring wild ideas to the table is highly encouraged!

For this hybrid role in Markham we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to join their established production team specializing in high-impact experiential marketing (XM) and tradeshow activations. This client-facing role is the crucial link between clients and production execution, requiring a dynamic professional who thrives on managing complex logistics and ensuring flawless delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Client & Project Leadership

• Serve as the primary, high-touch liaison between the client and the internal production and creative teams, translating vision into actionable deliverables.
• Own the full project lifecycle, proactively managing high-volume projects—including multiple concurrent programs— from planning through execution and post-mortem.
• Maintain a deep understanding of project scopes, managing budgets and timelines rigorously to ensure financial success and timely delivery.
• Champion an exceptional customer experience, reflecting the agency's high standards for service and delivery.

Tradeshow & Production Execution

• Direct comprehensive XM or tradeshow programs, including coordinating all necessary logistics for booth properties that move between national and international locations (e.g., US and Canada).
• Ensure project success by being on-site for installations and event execution.
• Coordinate all production elements, including creative updates, vendor management, staffing, and I&D (installation and dismantle).

Required Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of experience in a Project Management role, ideally within an experiential marketing, event, or creative production agency.
• Strong, demonstrated knowledge of tradeshow procedures, event logistics, and on-site production management.
• Proficiency with relevant project management software (e.g., Asana, Monday, Basecamp) and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, solution-focused, and comfortable navigating fast-paced environments.
• Thrives in a tight-knit, collaborative team structure.
• Ability to travel locally, nationally and to and from the US.

AIP Connect believes in equal opportunity. Our recruitment consultants are committed to inclusive recruitment and selection practices and will not discriminate based on age, colour, ability, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Accessibility: If you need any accommodations during the interview process, please let us know.

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