Senior International Project Manager (Trade Shows & Events)

Impact XM develops solutions for virtual and live events. We are looking for a Senior International Project Manager (Trade Shows & Events)to join our team. As a member of the Operations team the Project Manager provides assistance to the Account Management Team in servicing and managing all aspects of the build and estimating of custom and hybrid exhibits. This position is responsible to lead the project team from the start to completion of the build to ensure fulfillment is On Brand (on time, on budget, on solution, on experience).

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive customer contact, project planning, purchasing, fabrication supervision, budgeting, accounting and project performance analysis.
• Project ownership from design handoff to delivery.
• Prepares quotes, material lists and project timelines including support for client correspondence and proposals.
• Collaborates with and directs in-house production and partner vendors.
• Capable of offering fabrication alternatives.
• Delivers multiple projects simultaneously while managing timelines, quality and budgets.
• Observes deadlines, prioritizes workloads and operates under limited time constraints.
• Coordinates internal production departments to ensure meeting client objectives and budget parameters.
• Contributes to the corporate Continuous Improvement process.
• Represents Impact in concept and budget meetings with clients.
• Communicates effectively within Impact and with the clients regarding details of the account.
• Possesses full understanding of client's properties.
• Sources and procures specialty materials and services in conjunction with Procurement.
• Supports of all necessary Impact’s business systems.
• Able to develop simple fabrication drawings when necessary.
• Travels to domestic and international shows when necessary for show site management of client’s exhibit and services.
• Collaborates with Project Managers globally to offer creative solutions utilizing both existing components and newly fabricated parts.
• Communicates effectively with international partners; able to overcome language and time challenges.
• Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
  
  

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; and five to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have extensive knowledge of domestic and international construction methods for trade show exhibits.
• Be able to direct and manage domestic and international vendors in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment.
• Strong conceptual skills
• Able to read and understand construction drawings, setup prints.
• Able to translate solid model renderings into construction methodologies.
• Must be decisive, thorough and accurate with a general understanding of profitable business practices.
• Be willing to travel domestically and internationally up to 50% to support projects.
• Able to work with a team.
• Able to adhere and contribute to processes and tools.
• Capable of "out of the box" thinking.
• Able to understand and implement minor modifications to technical drawings.
• Domestic and International project management experience.
• Ability to Multi-task.
  
  

About Impact XM

Impact XM is a global event and experiential marketing agency that empowers brands to power business—and has nearly 50 years in business to prove it. From events, exhibits and environments to digital engagements and consumer activations, we create experiences that connect brands and consumers in a meaningful way. This ensures we live up to our name by making a positive impact on people’s lives and our clients’ business.

OUR BRAND – What We Believe

Passion

is Paramount – We love what we do, take pride in doing it and celebrate what we accomplish.

ABC

Always Be CURIOUS – We explore the possibilities, discover innovative solutions, and learn from experience.

We>Me

Collaboration and transparent communication creates our best work.

Trust

is Earned – We are defined by our actions and held accountable to our co-workers, clients, and outcomes.

Respect

is Given – We understand, acknowledge, and appreciate the perspective and actions of others.

Impact XM Benefits

Impact XM offers a comprehensive benefit package including competitive salaries and the opportunity for growth within our exciting industry!