Location: Chicago,IL, USA
About Us
Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry' largest network of experts, Freeman's insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 97-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.
Summary
The Project Manager Events applies industry knowledge to communicate and harmonize Freeman client's production requirements between sales and branch operations; improving efficiencies, controlling costs and providing a seamless flow of information. Works with sales and operations prior to, during, and after the event to ensure successful delivery of all production requirements. Responsible for basic accounts that follow normal/standard specifications.
This position will support our Audio Visual and Event Technology team. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show-site 2-3 days per week. The ideal candidate will be based out of any of the following locations:
* Dallas, TX
* Las Vegas, NV
* Chicago, IL
* Orlando, FL
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
* Provides budgetary support during RFP process
* Provides technical advice and assists sales in the budgetary and developmental process of shows
* Participates in site surveys as needed to ensure proper planning of events
* Participates in the planning and implementation of operational activities for assigned events
* Attends weekly operations meetings & provides event information input
* Creates/reviews CAD designs within Company standards to ensure proper execution of the event
* Works with branch operations to ensure completion of production documentation, assess labor calls, and define equipment requirements
* Maintains a clear understanding of union jurisdictions and how they are to be applied
* Reviews equipment requirements to determine personnel and labor schedules
* Determines staffing needs and ensures that all labor requirements are submitted to the proper departments and/or labor sources
* Supervises show site operational functions to ensure they are performed in a timely and cost effective manner
* Communicates client objectives and operational plans to show-site staff
* Ensures pre-production meetings are scheduled and assists with facilitation
* Maintains daily contact with on-site staff documenting changes & updates as required
* Assists in the scheduling and coordination of trucking arrangements
* Develops production schedules, and facility arrangements for events as required
* Schedules and conducts event debrief meetings
* Conducts post show meetings with the Customer Solutions Manager to review all purchase orders, labor costs and equipment usage to ensure proper billing to the customer
* Reviews purchase orders and approves all associated invoices
* Compiles and produces post show reports
* Performs other duties as assigned
Education & Experience
* Bachelor's degree preferred, High School Diploma or Equivalent with relevant work experience required
* Minimum of 5 years industry experience
* Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred
* Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) preferred
Travel Requirements
Travel 50% to 75%
What We Offer
Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.
* Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Paid Parental Leave
* Life, Accident and Disability
* Retirement with Company Match
* Paid Time Off
Diversity Commitment
At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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