Operations Project Manager

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Operations Project Manager (94570)

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94570
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- Freeman
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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 99-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.

The Operations Project Manager is a critical execution role within Operations Enablement, responsible for independently driving day-to-day delivery across a fast‑paced, high‑stakes operational transformation program. This role applies advanced project management and execution knowledge to keep complex initiatives moving forward, ensuring alignment across teams, clarity on ownership, and disciplined follow‑through on commitments.

This position is ideal for an experienced project manager who thrives in ambiguity, brings structure to complexity, and exercises sound judgment to balance speed, risk, and quality. The Operations Project Manager operates with minimal day‑to‑day guidance, leads assigned projects or work streams end‑to‑end, and serves as a trusted execution resource for cross‑functional teams and less‑experienced colleagues.

This position will support our Operations Enablement 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 located in Dallas, TX; however, we are also open to candidates based out of:

• Atlanta, GA
• Las Vegas, NV
• New Orleans, LA
• Leads the end‑to‑end execution of multiple concurrent projects or work streams within a large‑scale operational transformation effort, maintaining forward momentum across all areas of responsibility.
• Owns and maintains a comprehensive, integrated master project plan, tracking milestones, task ownership, dependencies, risks, and delivery timelines across work streams.
• Operates independently within established governance, guidelines, and priorities, making day‑to‑day execution decisions and escalating issues appropriately when impacts or risks exceed defined thresholds.
• Runs rigorous action item, issue, and decision logs—capturing commitments, monitoring progress, and holding owners accountable to agreed timelines.
• Proactively identifies gaps, delivery risks, and misalignment across teams; applies judgment and practical problem‑solving to resolve issues before they elevate.
• Coordinates across operations, functional teams, and external partners to ensure handoffs are clear, responsibilities are understood, and work does not stall between groups.
• Maintains delivery pace in a high‑velocity environment by setting clear expectations, reinforcing priorities, and adjusting plans as conditions change.

• Produces clear, accurate, and timely status reporting on a regular cadence, translating complex project activity into decision‑ready insights for working teams and leadership.
• Analyzes delivery progress, risks, and dependencies using multiple inputs to assess program health and recommend corrective actions when needed.
• Builds and manages dashboards and tracking tools that provide leadership with visibility into milestones, risks, and execution performance.
• Prepares structured, concise materials for leadership reviews, steering committee discussions, and stakeholder updates—highlighting impacts, tradeoffs, and required decisions.
• Maintains complete, up‑to‑date program documentation as a single source of truth, ensuring accessibility, accuracy, and consistency across stakeholders.