Trade Show Coordinator

Parkhill; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Parkhill is seeking a Trade Show Coordinator in Houston to lead day-to-day trade show execution, including pre-show planning, onsite operations, and post-show analysis. You will collaborate with Marketing, Creative, and external vendors to ensure branding consistency and cost efficiency.

The role emphasizes logistics, sponsorship assessment, and timely communication with stakeholders to deliver successful regional events for Parkhill’s expanding programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of progressive corporate trade show management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with event platforms.

Responsibilities

• Leads trade show kickoff and planning meetings with stakeholders to set objectives and responsibilities.
• Manages booth selection, sponsorships, registrations, and booth logistics to maximize visibility.
• Oversees onsite operations, I&D labor, and vendor coordination for timely setup and breakdown.
• Tracks post-show budgets, reconciliations, analytics, and CRM data updates.

Skills

Event coordination

Budgeting

Vendor management

MS Office

Asana

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field

Tools

Cvent

Swoogo

Asana

Monday.com

Job description

Trade Show Coordinator

Location: US-TX-Houston

ID: 2026-2562

Category: Marketing

Position Type: Full-Time

Remote: No

Overview

The Trade Show Coordinator owns day-to-day operational execution while supporting the Lead's overall program direction. This role ensures logistics are organized, branded items reinforce Parkhill's identity, and reporting drives improvement. Oversees the pre-show planning, onsite execution, and post-show follow up for Parkhill's growing trade show needs while also providing support to the Trade Show Lead. This is a full-time, exempt position paid on a salary basis.

Life at Parkhill

At Parkhill, Building Community is the reason we exist. We invest in extraordinary people who love investing in their communities. We are more than planners, architects, and engineers - we are neighbors who choose to live and serve in the communities we work.

Increase your impact with our team of passionate collaborators. Whether you are a recent graduate with untapped potential or a professional with proven expertise, we invite you to discover a career path designed for you.

Parkhill is one of the largest architectural and engineering firms in the Southwest. We have 15 offices located throughout Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.

Responsibilities

Pre-Show Planning & Coordination

• Leads trade show kickoff and touch base meetings with key stakeholders, conference participants, and Marketing team members to establish event objectives, identify support requirements, define responsibilities, and align on execution strategy. Distributes post meeting notes and key action items to the team
• Manages the booth selection process, strategically evaluating show floor placement and available options to maximize Parkhill's visibility, accessibility, and overall presence
• Evaluates sponsorship opportunities and associated benefits to determine strategic value, including opportunities for preferred booth placement, enhanced brand exposure, additional signage, logo placement, and other promotional opportunities
• Manages trade show registration and sponsorship payments, ensuring expenses are accurately allocated to the appropriate cost centers and project codes
• Determines the appropriate booth configuration and size for each trade show based on event size, audience, available space, branding requirements, and overall event objectives
• Develops and manages booth logistics strategies, including determining whether exhibit assets should ship directly between events or route through Parkhill's third-party storage and fulfillment vendors
• Manages exhibit orders through vendor portals, ensuring booth components and supporting materials are accurately reserved and scheduled for each event
• Partners with the Creative team to develop and coordinate trade show graphics, identifying required updates, rebranding, or co-branding needs and ensuring all materials adhere to Parkhill brand standards
• Manages comprehensive trade show timelines and logistics, proactively tracking early-order, advance warehouse, shipping, service, and other critical deadlines to maximize cost savings and avoid expedited or late-order fees
• Coordinates installation and dismantling (I&D) labor, freight, material handling, and shipping services to ensure exhibit materials arrive at advance warehouses and event venues within required timelines
• Assess promo needs for each event and place orders based on anticipated attendance, inventory levels, budget, and lead times to maintain appropriate inventory while minimizing rush and expedited costs
• Processes conference registrations and hotel accommodations for Parkhill attendees, ensuring reservations are completed within established deadlines and room blocks
• Communicates lodging arrangements and logistics to the team
• Works in conjunction with the marketing coordinators on the staffing plan for each show
• Develops a comprehensive conference detail pack for attending staff, providing key information related to schedules, logistics, booth operations, event expectations, contacts, and other relevant details
• Develops and manages trade show budgets, monitor expenditures throughout the planning cycle, identify opportunities for cost efficiencies, and ensure events remain within established financial parameters
• Monitors the event communications inbox, ensuring inquiries and requests are addressed accurately and in a timely manner
• Assists when needed on other team member's shows
• Monitors conference timelines for future booth selection and sponsorship opportunities

Onsite Responsibilities & Operations

• Leads onsite trade show and event operations, serving as the primary point of contact for execution and proactively resolving logistical or operational issues to ensure a seamless attendee and staff experience
• Monitors booth installation activities and coordinate with installation teams, vendors, and show management to ensure the exhibit is fully installed, branded, and operational prior to show opening
• Oversees final booth preparation, including furniture placement, promotional merchandise, collateral, signage, and other exhibit elements to ensure a professional and brand-consistent presentation
• Manages onsite I&D labor and vendor resources to maximize efficiency, control labor expenses, minimize unnecessary supervisory fees, and ensure exhibit materials and equipment are properly handled, packed, and prepared for shipment
• Coordinates onsite schedules, vendors, staff requirements, and event logistics to ensure successful execution throughout the duration of each trade show
• Provides onsite support for meetings, conferences, client events, and trade shows as required

Post-Show Management & Reporting

• Manages post-event financial reconciliation, including reviewing invoices, processing applicable payments, validating charges, and ensuring expenses are assigned to the appropriate cost centers
• Tracks event expenditures and prepares reporting related to trade show participation, promotional merchandise spending, budget performance, and resource utilization
• Partners with internal teams to support accurate and timely capture of event, attendee, prospect, and business development information within Parkhill's CRM
• Coordinates the return, storage, or direct shipment of exhibit assets following each event, ensuring materials are properly accounted for and positioned for upcoming trade shows
• Evaluates event execution and identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs, strengthen operational efficiencies, and enhance Parkhill's presence at future conferences and trade shows
• Compiles post show analytics to help drive internal understanding of the show's effectiveness in terms of stakeholder feedback, available CRM/BD information, and performance data
• Manages post-show swag inventory and retention by sector
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3-5 years of progressive corporate trade show management experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with project management tools (i.e., Asana, Monday.com)
• Experience with event management platforms (i.e., Swoogo, Cvent) and RSVP systems
• Demonstrated experience independently managing multiple trade shows simultaneously from initial planning through onsite execution and post event reconciliation
• Proven experience managing external vendors, including exhibit houses, general service contractors (GSC), installation and dismantling (I&D) providers, freight/shipping companies, promotional merchandise suppliers, hotels, and event venues
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage complex event timelines while coordinating multiple vendors, stakeholders, deadlines, and concurrent events
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to develop show budgets, monitor expenditures, evaluate costs, identify savings opportunities, and maintain fiscal accountability
• Having a service minded and adaptable mindset is critical for the success of this position
• Ability to work on multiple shows simultaneously under tight deadlines and prioritize assignments accordingly
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining the ability to think strategically and understand broader business and marketing objectives
• Ability to travel as needed for meetings, events and trade shows with occasional evening and weekend travel requirements
• Capable of providing effective assistance at the tradeshow booth as needed

Benefits and Perks

We offer a comprehensive benefits program that supports the whole person. Our benefits include:

Life Balance: hybrid/flexible work schedules, flexible work environment, generous PTO, paid holidays.
Investing in Your Future Growth: specialized training, continuing education, professional licensing, intern development programs, University of Parkhill.
Competitive Benefits: up to 80% of medical premiums*, FSA for dependent care, HSA contributions, employer 401k contribution, short/long term disability coverage, performance bonuses.
Well-Being: mental health care, culture committees, wellness programs, charitable giving match.