Project Manager - Business Operations

The Freeman Company is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’s largest network of experts, The Freeman Company'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 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.

• Participate in the planning and implementation of operational activities in the region providing relevant andup 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 outsideparties
• 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 inthe 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 bestuse 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

• 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 matrixorganization
• 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 onlylimited 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…