**About Us**
As part of The Freeman Company, Event & Exhibit Services designs and delivers unforgettable moments that create a bond between audiences and our clients. It's just one reason why we're the leader in live events.
**Summary**
The Project Manager - Branch Operations assists and supports the Regional - General Manager with the planning and execution of assigned projects within a geographic region. This position will work closely with multiple operations and sales departments ensuring relevant operational information is shared and acted upon. The Project Manager - Branch Operations will also work on various ad-hoc projects pertaining to the branch to drive efficiencies and change.
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 based out of Dallas, TX.
**Essential Duties & Responsibilities**
+ Participate in the planning and implementation of operational activities in the region providing relevant and up to date information to planning and design teams to ensure optimal execution of events
+ Review and help resolve any production schedule conflicts between internal departments and outside parties
+ Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, facilities, and contingent/casual labor providers
+ Attend pre-con meetings and assist with site surveys as needed to ensure proper planning
+ Reviews and maintains all documentation of relevant operational information needed to produce events in the region
+ Ensures functional departments (e.g. Implementation, Labor, Production Design) have accurate and most recent information regarding operational factors in the region
+ Coordinate operational plans and changes with show site execution team to maximize profitability and best use of resources
+ Ensures that company safety guidelines are followed and implemented at show site
+ Act as liaison to sales team to support their understanding of operational guidelines of facilities in the region
+ Serves as point of contact for teams when multiple departments are involved to ensure team is working in synergy
+ Ensures Freeman standards are met by performing quality control and necessary escalations throughout the development of projects in the region
+ Measure project performance to identify areas of improvement
**Education & Experience**
+ Bachelor's degree preferred, High School Diploma or Equivalent with relevant work experience required
+ Minimum 3 years' professional industry experience
+ Minimum 2 years' experience managing projects
+ Working knowledge of audio visual systems and live event production
+ Demonstrate strong leadership skills and strategic thinking with the ability to flourish in a matrix organization
+ Ability to manage difficult or emotional customer situations successfully and timely
+ Understanding of business implications of decisions; working knowledge of competition
+ Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
+ Ability to speak effectively to multiple audiences internally and externally; proven ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with customers at all levels
+ Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
+ Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
+ Ability to make decisions based on computer-generated reports
+ Ability to generate electronic reports
+ Must be an innovative problem solver with the ability to deal quickly and effectively with issues
+ Demonstrated experience in working with cross-functional teams and large programs
+ Strong analytical, organizational, collaborative, and critical thinking skills required
+ Meticulous attention to detail as well as superior organizational and creative thinking skills
+ Must have experience juggling multiple clients with competing demands; proven ability to adapt while managing multiple competing priorities
+ Ability to deliver a technical message to a non-technical audience
+ Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation and presentation skills with the ability to effectively interact with numerous business teams
+ Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from employees, customers, or regulatory agencies
+ Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills (i.e., Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word)
+ Understanding of O.S.H.A. requirements
**Travel Requirements**
Travel up to 25%
**What We Offer**
The Freeman Company 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