Senior Exhibitions Project Manager — Cross-Dept Leader

jobply; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Learning budget

Union benefits

Job summary

The Senior Project Manager, Exhibitions at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, directs strategic planning and execution of a portfolio of major exhibitions from approval through installation and deinstallation. You will align with institutional priorities, standards, and visitor experience goals while guiding cross‑department teams and ensuring fiscal discipline.

You will mentor colleagues, refine processes, and drive adoption of PM tools across the Exhibitions Department, coordinating with design,

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of museum or project management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Arts Administration, Art History, Museum Studies, or equivalent knowledge; Master’s degree and PMP preferred.
• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills; ability to lead cross‑department teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of complex exhibitions from approval to close-out.
• Coordinate with multiple museum departments to ensure calendar, budget, and quality targets.
• Develop schedules, manage risks, and ensure timely reporting and milestones.
• Mentor PM staff and drive adoption of project management tools and best practices.
• Oversee budgeting, contracting, vendor relations, and financial reconciliation.

Skills

Project management

Vendor management

Budgeting

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Trello

SmartSheet

Microsoft Planner

TMS

Contract management

Tools

Trello

SmartSheet

Microsoft Planner

TMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Senior Project Manager, Exhibitions at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, directs strategic planning and execution of a portfolio of major exhibitions from approval through installation and deinstallation. You will align with institutional priorities, standards, and visitor experience goals while guiding cross‑department teams and ensuring fiscal discipline.

You will mentor colleagues, refine processes, and drive adoption of PM tools across the Exhibitions Department, coordinating with design,