Project Manager

Bandit Lites, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bandit Lites, Inc. in Nashville seeks a Project Manager to plan, direct, and coordinate complex lighting projects. You will collaborate with Bandit Client Representatives and department heads to ensure on‑time delivery, safety compliance, and client satisfaction.

The role requires extensive production knowledge, CAD tooling experience, and the ability to manage staff across multiple phases while maintaining high standards of quality and communication.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage projects with attention to accuracy and timelines.
• Experience coordinating multiple departments and staff in event production.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and strong communication throughout projects.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and coordinates designated projects from start to finish.
• Collaborates with department heads to align staffing, production, and procurement.
• Prepares project reports for management and clients.
• Ensures safety planning and regulatory compliance on site.
• Oversees packing and delivery of project materials and equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Work ethic

Punctuality

Independent work

Prioritization

Communication skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Manual labor stamina

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Vectorworks

CAD software

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Project Manager will plan, direct, and coordinate activities of designated projects to ensure the goals and objectives of projects are accomplished within a given time frame by performing the following duties personally or through coordination of departments. Works with Bandit Client Representative at all times to deliver project. All changes and adjustments flow through the Bandit Client Rep.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understands, abides by, and instills the philosophy, policies, and procedures of Bandit Lites.
• Establishes expectations of client through the Bandit client contact to ensure accurate project management.
• Confers with department heads to ensure coordination of warehouse activities with project needs such as production, inventory, staffing, and purchasing.
• Establishes work plan and staffing for each phase of project and submits request for assignment of existing and additional personnel.
• Confers with project staff to outline work plan, to assign duties and responsibilities, and project needs.
• Oversees and supports project through its completion.
• Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule.
• Prepares project reports for management, clients, and others.
• Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems.
• Participates in planning project safety.
• Oversees packing and delivery of project.
• Keep all personnel on your preps working on task and write them up if needed.
• Keep all personnel on your preps off of cell phones and write them up as needed.
• Ensures and enforces productivity and regulatory compliance of project staff.
• Educates staff on proper practices and touring principles pursuant to the Bandit Standard.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills, possess strong work ethic; both reliable and punctual, the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively, Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and emergencies, excellent time management skills and the ability to multi-task, physical stamina and ability to perform manual labor tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Extensive knowledge of concert lighting equipment.
• Experience using Vectorworks and other CAD software.
• Deep understanding of the production touring industry.

EDUCATION

High School diploma

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 8 years of experience in a related event production field.

Job Department:

Production

Job Type:

Full Time

Job Location:

Nashville