Project Manager

Elevation3D; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevation3D in Las Vegas is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead trade show and live events from concept through completion. You will coordinate accounts, vendors, CAD teams, and production crews to deliver projects on time and within budget.

You will manage client communications, develop detailed schedules, track costs, and ensure QA at key milestones. Travel up to 5% may be required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years PM experience preferred in trade show or events industry.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in MS Excel for budgeting and tracking.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the entire lifecycle of all projects, meet or beat all costs on a project, and meet or exceed expectations of all project stakeholders.
• Maintain client component inventories for all clients.
• Manage relationship with external production vendors and internal teams to ensure deliverables are on track.
• Lead and/or participate in meetings to ensure project success and QA.
• Support production in ordering materials and coordinating timing.
• Provide a single point-of-contact for on-site supervision and challenges.
• Chair CAD meetings and drive CAD/production launch processes with timelines.
• Oversee detailing and graphic production processes and approvals.
• Partner with warehouse to complete inspection reports within 10 business days.
• Manage QC procedures and ensure deliverables meet standards.

Skills

Project management

Vendor management

Communication

Multi-tasking

Team player

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Description

Elevation3D is a leading event services company specializing in event production, experiential marketing, and custom exhibit solutions. The project manager (PM) works in partnership with Account Managers and Account Executives as well as graphic design/production, detailing, warehouse, and shop acting as a hub for workflow and communication for all production aspects of projects. They are responsible for ensuring their projects are completed efficiently, on time and within or under budget.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the entire lifecycle of all projects, meet or beat all costs on a project, and meet or exceed expectations of all project stakeholders
• Maintain client component inventories for all clients
• Manage relationship with external production vendors as well as internal teams (clients services, shop, and warehouse) to ensure deliverables are on track
• Lead and/or participate in all necessary meetings to ensure project success; lead Quality Assurance Meeting to ensure completion of outstanding items, meet with AM to review and discuss status of upcoming projects
• Support production manager with ordering the correct quantities of materials needed for any given project; responsible for ordering materials, carpet, etc. in a timely manner
• Provide a single point-of-contact for on-site supervisors with production related questions or on-site challenges; act as on-site supervisor as needed
• Chair all CAD meetings and drive CAD/production launch process to ensure timely and effective project launches, while ensuring each department has the necessary information to execute their portion of the project following the pre-approved timeline
• Oversee detailing and graphic production process, providing necessary information and ensuring estimates, proofs, and approvals are delivered on schedule
• Partner with warehouse manager to complete inspection report process within 10 business days of event close, and create a comprehensive report to deliver to the client
• Manage quality control process through consistent attention to project details, frequent interaction with operational departments to monitor deliverables, and in administering the QC procedures for all deliverables
• Facilitate communication and information crucial to project success; provide solutions to ensure client satisfaction

Requirements

• Trade show experience is a strong plus, 8 years PM experience preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of the tradeshow industry and related construction methods
• Strong verbal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple projects at once
• Strong attention to detail, personal organization and interpersonal skills
• Team player and problem solver with a positive attitude
• Proficient in MS Excel
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time

Please note that as part of our hiring process, all final candidates will be required to complete a comprehensive background check. This may include, but is not limited to, verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information to ensure suitability for the role.