Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Event Project Manager
Job Description:
The Project Manager is responsible for leading, planning, and executing events and exhibition projects from concept to completion. This includes managing timelines, budgets, client communication, and cross-functional coordination with design, production, logistics, and on-site teams to ensure successful project delivery that meets client objectives and company standards.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Project Planning & Coordination
- Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets for each event or exhibition.
- Coordinate with internal departments (design, production, technical, logistics, and procurement) to align project objectives.
- Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and milestones in alignment with client requirements.
2. Client Management
- Serve as the main point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
- Conduct regular meetings, updates, and presentations to maintain client satisfaction and transparency.
- Provide creative and operational solutions to meet client expectations.
3. Budgeting & Financial Control
- Prepare cost estimates, quotations, and project budgets.
- Track expenses, manage vendor invoices, and ensure profitability.
- Negotiate with suppliers and contractors to ensure cost-effectiveness.
4. Production & On-Site Execution
- Supervise event setup, installation, and dismantling to ensure quality and safety standards.
- Coordinate logistics including transportation, material handling, and manpower scheduling.
- Handle troubleshooting and on-site decision-making during event execution.
5. Quality & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to brand guidelines, design standards, and safety regulations.
- Conduct post-event evaluations to assess project success and areas for improvement.
6. Team Leadership
- Manage internal project teams and external vendors.
- Assign tasks, monitor performance, and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Foster collaboration and effective communication across departments.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in Event Management, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in project or event management within an exhibitions, events, or agency environment.
- Proven experience handling large-scale events, exhibitions, or corporate activations.
- Strong budgeting, scheduling, and vendor management skills.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, project management tools (e.g., Monday.com, Asana), and design file handling (AutoCAD, 3D renderings a plus).
Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including weekends or late nights during event setup and breakdown