Client-Focused Project Manager for Exhibits & Events

Star Group

Minneapolis (MN)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

STAR is seeking a Project Manager (full-time, exempt) to lead a significant portion of our client work, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and alignment with client expectations. The role combines client advocacy with internal project execution across retail, trade shows and events.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of project management experience, strong communication with senior stakeholders, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in project management.
Proven success managing details and teams in fast-paced client-facing roles.
Comfortable presenting to senior leadership and decision makers.
Willingness to work beyond 40 hours/week during peak periods.
Experience in trade shows, creative agency, or promotional environments preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with clients to develop strategies and objectives for specific projects and own the day-to-day client relationship.
Collaborate with creative to develop proposals for existing clients for new strategic marketing solutions.
Ensure flawless execution by personally managing all types of projects, from new retail and corporate interiors to trade shows and events.
Manage all internal and external communications relative to projects, including leading client and internal project meetings, developing and communicating timelines, and using our proprietary project management software.
Maintain and monitor the accuracy of current event dates, financial information, estimates, billing, etc. prior to distribution.
Occasional travel to trade shows, events and client locations is required.