What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at 1220 Exhibits, Inc.?
POSITION SUMMARY
This full-time position is responsible and accountable for the successful execution of assigned projects including but not limited to large- and small-scale museum exhibitions, event activations, corporate tradeshows, and branding opportunities. Main duties include strategizing, developing, and executing project plans within budget, schedule and quality requirements, ensuring adherence to the design intent and project requirements and bringing proactive and innovative solutions to the challenges that naturally arise during custom fabrication.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead and manage all aspects of projects by proactively directing, managing, and owning successful outcomes for financial, time, resource, and quality performance. At times, participate on or lead a project team comprised of Senior PM, PM and Assistant PM.
- Develop strong customer relationships through appropriate client communication and the use of professional, courteous, and ethical interpersonal interaction.
- Collaborate with internal staff (e.g., Production Manager, Technical Director, Team/Department Leaders, etc.) to ensure understanding of all project details, expectations, and critical path deliverables.
- Understand and follow 1220’s Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Project Management and interface with other Departments via their SOPs and the 1220 Process. Offer suggestions for improvement of processes. Priority SOP:
o Lead the development and manage the execution plan for pre-production, procurement, production, logistics, installation, and project closeout.
o Facilitate technical drawing approval from client/designer, maintain tight control of in/out of scope and related quality requirements.
o Maintain detailed and accurate records including project components status throughout the life of the project.
o Review project scope, budget and schedule for compliance within the parameters of the design intent and estimated costs and in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements (i.e., ADA, building codes, UL listing/certifications, etc.).
o Develop and maintain budget projections, including /- risk assessment for cost, schedule, resource and quality. Mitigate risk by identifying value engineering opportunities/strategies that maximize profitability while delivering quality requirements.
o Oversee installation and closeout procedures including being physically on project sites intermittently or for the duration of the installation phase
- Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS TO BE CONSIDERED
· Requires a College Degree and/or 5 years of relevant project management experience in the industry.
· Requires proficient computer skills, specifically the utilization of Microsoft Office programs.
· Project Management in a fabrication environment preferred.
· Experience with Microsoft Office, Smartsheets, and other project management software.
· Ability to work with clients, production crew, designers, and account executives.
· Requires highly developed and proven customer service and organizational skills.
· Ability to read and understand drawings, blueprints, and diagrams.
· Self-starter, solid organizational skills, strong leadership abilities.
· Must exhibit a positive and involved team attitude to all departments and maintain open communication with all co-workers for the best overall performance of 1220.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
License/Certification:
- PMP (Preferred)
Work Location: One location