Event Project Manager

Harvey Nash; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvey Nash is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the planning and execution of large-scale event content programs. You will partner with cross-functional teams to coordinate content development, manage timelines, track deliverables, and help deliver conferences from planning through post-event analysis.

The role focuses on coordinating multiple event programs, driving improvements, and ensuring successful outcomes through structured project management practices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of program or project management experience.
• Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication across stakeholders.
• Experience with Microsoft 365, Asana, AirTable, Cvent, or RainFocus.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end delivery of assigned event content workstreams.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure milestones and deliverables are met.
• Maintain detailed project plans, timelines, trackers, and status reports.
• Communicate project updates, risks, and roadblocks to leadership and stakeholders.
• Support conference planning and execution across multiple event programs.
• Analyze post-event data and provide recommendations for future improvements.
• Drive operational improvements and implement new program delivery processes.

Skills

Project management

Multi-project mgmt

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft 365

Asana

AirTable

Cvent

RainFocus

Job description

Project Manager – Event Content & Conference Programs

We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to support the planning and execution of large-scale event content programs. In this role, you'll partner with cross-functional teams to coordinate content development, manage project timelines, track deliverables, and help deliver successful conferences and events from planning through post-event analysis.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end delivery of assigned event content workstreams.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure milestones and deliverables are met.
• Maintain detailed project plans, timelines, trackers, and status reports.
• Communicate project updates, risks, and roadblocks to leadership and stakeholders.
• Support conference planning and execution across multiple event programs.
• Analyze post-event data and provide recommendations for future improvements.
• Drive operational improvements and implement new program delivery processes.

Must-Have Skills

• 3+ years of program or project management experience.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience using project management tools such as Microsoft 365, Asana, AirTable, Cvent, RainFocus, or similar platforms.
• Strong organizational, planning, and analytical skills.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Conference or event planning experience with ownership of breakout sessions or similar workstreams.
• Hands-on experience with AirTable and/or RainFocus.
• Advanced proficiency with the Microsoft 365 suite.
• Background in event marketing, experiential marketing, or event operations.
• PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, CMP, or other project management certification.

Soft Skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Proactive problem-solving and risk management mindset.
• Collaborative team player with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable presenting project updates to leadership.

Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in Business, Marketing, Communications, Project Management, Event Management, or a related field. Project management certifications are a plus.