Senior Project Manager (Trade Shows, Events, Permanent Installations)

Jack Morton Worldwide; Oakville; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Jack Morton Worldwide in Oakville, Canada, seeks a Senior Project Manager for Trade Shows, Events & Permanent Installations to lead complex experiences from concept through execution. You’ll manage scope, budgets, timelines, and teams, coordinating with Account Services, Design, Production, and vendors to deliver exceptional work.

You’ll drive accurate cost estimates, oversee materials and suppliers, and mentor junior staff while supporting the Global Estimating process.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project management experience in exhibit, events, experiential, or related industry.
• BA/BS degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Strong ability to read and interpret CAD drawings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across teams and clients.
• Proactive mindset with ownership and independent work in fast-paced environments.
• Knowledge of exhibit design rules, production materials, and fabrication processes.

Responsibilities

• Own the project end-to-end, managing scope, schedules, budgets, production, and execution.
• Develop work-back schedules and implementation plans to keep teams aligned.
• Anticipate challenges, craft solutions, and keep projects moving when changes occur.
• Collaborate with Account Services, Design, Production, vendors, and clients to realize the vision.
• Apply production expertise to ensure designs are practical, accurate, and high quality.
• Manage budgets and costs, making smart decisions to stay on or under budget.
• Support Global Estimating with accurate, timely cost estimates.
• Oversee materials, vendors, PO issuance, subcontractor coordination, and supplier services.
• Work with Design to select finishes, check availability, and secure approvals.
• Maintain clear communication via PM systems and regular stakeholder updates.
• Champion processes and standards, ensuring accurate, efficient project delivery.
• Contribute to post-project reviews and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Mentor and share expertise with junior Project Managers and Project Coordinators.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Team collaboration

Proactive mindset

Client relationships

Travel readiness

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

CAD software

Job description

Experience Without Limits

Come shape the future of brand experience.

At Jack Morton, we design and build head-turning, smile-inducing, impact-driving brand experiences that redefine what experiential marketing can achieve. We help our clients unlock the full value of experiences by turning bold ideas into meaningful connections. That takes a team that’s bold, curious, and acts as one. We build on each other's ideas, challenge conventions, and show up for one another every day. Here, you'll do your best work, grow quickly, and partner across clients, disciplines, and global teams to bring new ideas to life. This is a place where curiosity drives what’s next, boldness raises the bar, and every win is shared. Where ownership is expected, egos are left at the door, and the work reflects the passion and talent of the people behind it.

And behind every great experience is a team that knows how to make it happen.

We’re bold in our thinking, curious about what’s possible, and better when we work together. We challenge conventions, build on each other’s ideas, and take ownership from concept through execution. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, collaborate with talented teams around the world, and grow alongside people who are passionate about what they do.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Senior Project Manager – Trade Shows, Events & Permanent Installations to bring some of our most ambitious experiences to life. You’ll be the operational force behind custom-built trade show exhibits, brand environments, permanent installations, and large-scale event activations. From the first estimate to final installation, you’ll own the details, drive timelines, manage budgets, solve problems, and bring together the people and partners needed to deliver exceptional work. You’ll work closely with Account Services, Design, Production, vendors, suppliers, and clients to keep projects moving and ensure every detail is delivered to the highest standard. You’ll also play an important role in supporting our Global Estimating process. If you’re someone who loves building, planning, problem-solving, and turning big ideas into real-world experiences, this is a role where you’ll be at the center of it all.

What You’ll Do

• Own the project from start to finish, managing scope, schedules, budgets, production, and execution with confidence.
• Bring structure to complex projects, building and maintaining work-back schedules and Implementation Plans that keep everyone aligned.
• Be the go-to problem solver, anticipating challenges, finding solutions, and keeping projects moving when things change.
• Partner across teams, working closely with Account Services, Design, Production, vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to bring the vision to life.
• Turn creative ideas into reality, applying your production expertise to ensure designs are practical, accurate, and built to the highest quality standards.
• Manage budgets and costs, making smart decisions that keep projects on or under budget.
• Support Global Estimating by developing accurate, timely, and thoughtful cost estimates.
• Manage materials and vendors, including sourcing, purchase orders, subcontractor coordination, and supplier services.
• Work with Design to select finishes, confirm availability, and secure necessary approvals.
• Keep communication clear and proactive, using project management systems and regular updates to ensure teams and stakeholders stay informed.
• Champion our processes and standards, ensuring projects are delivered accurately, efficiently, and consistently.
• Close the loop, thoroughly reconciling operational elements and participating in post-project reviews to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Help grow our team, mentoring Project Managers and Project Coordinators and sharing your expertise along the way.

What You Bring

• 8+ years of project management experience in the exhibit, events, experiential, or related industry; BA/BS preferred or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of structural mechanics and the ability to read and interpret CAD drawings.
• A passion for people, collaboration, and delivering exceptional client experiences.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ownership and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• A natural problem solver who stays calm, curious, and solutions-focused when challenges arise.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to work across teams and with clients.
• Strong business judgment and the ability to build trusted, meaningful client relationships.
• Exceptional organization and the ability to juggle multiple priorities without losing sight of the details.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Knowledge of exhibit design rules, regulations, production materials, and fabrication processes.
• The flexibility to work extended hours when needed and travel for on-site project delivery.

Last but not least, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion. Jack Morton is an equal opportunity employer; we strongly value diversity at our companies. We do not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Requisition #: 2215