Senior Project Manger Displayco

Project Management Institute - Southern Alberta Chapter (PMI-SAC); Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual dress

Company events

Company pension

Extended health care

On-site parking

Paid time off

Job summary

Displayco, a leading international trade show and environment solutions company, seeks an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex, high-value projects from concept to completion. You will be the primary liaison among clients, account managers, and operations, ensuring profitable, on-time delivery.

The role requires strong organizational and leadership skills, cross-functional collaboration across design, production, logistics, and vendors, and the ability to manage multiple projects

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of project management experience in tradeshow/event environments.
• Proven leadership ability to mentor and oversee cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel to client sites and affiliate offices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of complex, high‑value tradeshow projects from conception to completion.
• Serve as primary contact for key client accounts, ensuring clear communication and service.
• Collaborate with sales, estimating, design, production, logistics and vendors to implement plans.
• Monitor timelines and budgets, address roadblocks, and ensure profitability and client satisfaction.
• Supervise purchasing and logistics activities, including sourcing and transportation.
• Attend job sites and events, travel as required, and support PM team leadership.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Job description

The Company

Join Displayco, a leading international trade show and environment solutions company that connects businesses and professionals across the globe through world-class exhibitions and events. With a commitment to customer service, innovation, and excellence, we bring industry leaders together to share insights, discover new technologies, and foster strategic partnerships.

The Position

We are accepting applications for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead our complex, high-value projects. An SPM is responsible for managing projects from concept to completion, ensuring efficient delivery that meets customer specifications. With strong organizational skills and a strategic mindset, an SPM will facilitate seamless communication between customers, account managers, and operations teams. The SPM role combines additional oversight of supporting team performance, operational alignment, and consistent execution of project management standards. The tradeshow industry is a fast-paced and ever-changing environment that requires the ability to move quickly and change focus, without warning.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of complex, high‑value tradeshow and event projects from conception to completion.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for key client accounts, ensuring clear communication, proactive issue resolution, and exceptional customer service.
• Collaborate closely with sales, estimating, design, production, logistics, and external vendors to translate client objectives into executable project plans.
• Manage project timelines and progress, identify potential roadblocks, and implement solutions to deadlinesare met and project requirements fulfilled.
• Collaborate closely with sales, estimating, design, production, logistics, and external vendors to translate client objectives into executable project plans.
• Supervise purchasing and logistics activities, including sourcing, cost tracking, transportation, installations, and coordination with third‑party service providers.
• Manage multiple clients, projects, and tasks simultaneously, and ensure that all meet profitability goals and exceed client expectations.
• Attend job sites, installations, client meetings, and industry events as required, including occasional travel.
• Work closely with the PM Team Lead and act as liaison between the Calgary and Houston Project Management teams:
• 1. Support accountability, high performance, and ongoing professional development of the Calgary Project Management team.
• 2. Drive consistent execution of project management standards, including budgets, schedules, scope, risk management, profitability, and Displayco quality expectations.
• 3. Establish, maintain, and continuously improve Project Management SOPs, workflows, and prioritization practices, including resource planning and capacity management.
• 4. Support alignment, communication, and shared best practices between the Calgary and Houston Project Management teams.
• 5. Contribute to forecasting, operational planning, reporting, and continuous improvement through post-show reviews and performance analysis.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of project management experience (Required).
• 1–5 years of experience in the tradeshow, event, or fabrication industry (Asset).
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to lead, mentor, motivate teams, and oversee cross-functional groups (Required).
• Strong understanding of exhibit fabrication, production workflows, and on‑site operations.
• Experience reviewing CAD drawings (AutoCAD and/or SketchUp considered an asset).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with the ability to quickly learn new software and systems.
• Strong organizational skills with consistent attention to detail and follow-through.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Confident decision‑making skills and the ability to manage ambiguity and shifting priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to lead client conversations and internal discussions.
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities, particularly under pressure or tight timelines.
• Willingness to attend job sites, installations, and work occasional evenings or weekends as required.
• Flexibility for occasional travel to the Houston office.

Job Type

• Permanent, full‑time position.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Primarily office‑based with regular collaboration across departments.
• Occasional site visits or installation support.
• Fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment with lots of variety.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a dynamic and global business environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values innovation and excellence.

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Extended health care
• On‑site parking
• Paid time off

Displayco is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person