Convention Srvcs Mgr

TPG Hotels and Resorts; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurances

Disability Insurances

Supplemental Life Insurances

Identity Theft Protection

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off, Vacation and Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Amazing hotel discounts

Job summary

TPG Hotels and Resorts seeks a Convention Services Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute meetings, conferences, and conventions at the property. You will liaise with clients, manage logistics, and ensure exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced hotel environment.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and flexibility to work evenings and weekends. Prior hotel or convention center event planning experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or a related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in event planning, preferably in a hotel or convention center setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in CI/TY and MS Office applications.
• Knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and local regulations.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main point of contact for clients and event planners.
• Understand and anticipate client needs, ensuring satisfaction.
• Collaborate with clients to design and customize event packages.
• Address and resolve any issues or concerns that arise during events.
• Participate in client presentations and property tours.
• Plan and execute all aspects of events including room setup, catering, A/V, and special requests.
• Create detailed event timelines and ensure all requirements are met.
• Coordinate logistics for events including room layout and equipment.
• Partner with other departments to ensure staffing coverage.
• Liaise with external vendors and suppliers for timely services.
• Maintain detailed records of event specifications, contracts, and communications.
• Generate post-event reports and evaluations for improvement.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Overview

The Convention Services Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing events, conferences, and conventions hosted at the hotel. This role involves client liaison, event logistics, and ensuring a seamless and memorable experience for guests. The role demands excellent communication and multitasking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Client Relationship Management:
  • Serve as the main point of contact for clients and event planners.
  • Understand and anticipate client needs, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with clients to design and customize event packages.
  • Address and resolve any issues or concerns that arise during events.
  • Participate in client presentations and property tours.
• Event Planning and Coordination:
  • Work with clients to plan and execute all aspects of their event, including room setup, catering, A/V equipment, and special requests.
  • Create detailed event timelines and ensure that all event requirements are met.
  • Coordinate logistics for events, including room layout, seating arrangements, and equipment setup.
  • Partner with other departments to ensure adequate staffing coverage.
  • Liaise with external vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of services, such as catering, decor, and technical equipment.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain detailed records of event specifications, contracts, and communication.
  • Generate post-event reports and evaluations for continuous improvement.

Skills And Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or a related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in event planning, preferably in a hotel or convention center setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in CI/TY and MS Office applications.
• Knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and local regulations.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends.

Working Conditions & Physical Effort

Physical work is a primary part of many of our hotel and resort jobs. Physical requirements include extended standing and walking, climbing, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, kneeling, and lifting to 50 lbs. Some work is performed in an interior hotel environment with equipment and machines.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurances
• Disability Insurances
• Supplemental Life Insurances
• Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off, Vacation and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• AMAZING HOTEL DISCOUNTS to any property in the TPG portfolio and MUCH MORE!

*Benefits vary by location*

EEO/VET/DISABLED