Senior Exhibits & Fabrication Project Lead

Tectonics Industries LLC; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tectonics Industries LLC in Auburn Hills, MI, seeks a Senior Project Manager for Exhibits & Fabrication to lead trade show projects from design through fabrication, shipping, installation, and returns. You will manage budgets, schedules, and cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery and quality.

The role evolves to oversee Fabrication, Lighting, and Logistics teams, with a strong emphasis on safety and continuous improvements. 5+ years PM in exhibits required; PMP a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• PMP certification a plus.
• 5+ years of project management in exhibits/trade show environments.
• 3+ years supervising or managing people across departments.
• Experience with metal fabrication, custom lighting, and trade show logistics.

Responsibilities

• Own exhibit projects end to end, including scope, schedule, budget, production, and shipping.
• Translate renderings, drawings, and client requirements into production plans, BOMs, and work orders.
• Build and manage schedules around fixed show dates, advance warehouse deadlines, and venue move-in windows.
• Track project costs against estimates and flag overruns or scope changes early.
• Oversee metal fabrication scheduling, capacity, and quality, and drive improvements in shop efficiency and SOPs.
• Manage custom lighting design coordination, sourcing, testing, and vendors, ensuring compliance with venue electrical and safety requirements.
• Coordinate freight, crating, shipping, warehouse storage, and returns with carriers, show contractors, and I&D labor.
• Serve as the operational point of contact for account managers, designers, clients, and show contractors.
• Supervise, coach, and develop staff across fabrication, lighting, and logistics while championing safety and on-time delivery.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Leadership

Reading drawings

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

PMP certification a plus

Job description

Tectonics Industries LLC in Auburn Hills, MI, seeks a Senior Project Manager for Exhibits & Fabrication to lead trade show projects from design through fabrication, shipping, installation, and returns. You will manage budgets, schedules, and cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery and quality.

The role evolves to oversee Fabrication, Lighting, and Logistics teams, with a strong emphasis on safety and continuous improvements. 5+ years PM in exhibits required; PMP a plus.