Director of Project Management

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Category Project Management

Description Company DescriptionRES Exhibits boasts over 50 years of industry experience.
As a family-owned business, it has grown into one of the nation's top 50 trade show and event organizations, recognized by EVENT MARKETER magazine in their annual profile of leading industry performers.With a unique blend of corporate expertise and service-driven insights, RES has a deep understanding of both the needs and expectations of corporate clients, as well as the resources required to elevate trade show and event performance.
Our team helps clients stand out and COMMAND THE FLOOR in a highly competitive environment, cutting through the noise and stimuli of the trade show floor to drive impactful results. We are looking for a senior Project Manager who has mastered the management of projects, people, pricing and production for the delivery of RES client exhibits.
We are entering an exciting new chapter in our journey, with 2025 poised to be a year of significant growth and transformation.
This role requires a hands-on leader who can manage the Project Management team, set strategic direction, and ensure the successful execution of exhibit projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.
The ideal candidate will have deep experience in the exhibit industry, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for operational excellence.
This is a great opportunity to join a family-owned organization with a promising future!To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty:
Lead and oversee all aspects of project management for custom exhibits, trade shows, and experiential environments.
Manage, mentor, and develop the Project Management team to ensure they meet individual and team performance goals.
Establish and maintain best practices, standards, and processes for project management across the organization.
Ensure alignment between client expectations, design, production, and execution teams to deliver projects with precision and excellence.
Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring optimal efficiency and cost control.
Serve as a key point of escalation for project-related issues, providing guidance and problem-solving support to the team and clients.
Collaborate with leadership to drive innovation, improve operational processes, and maximize profitability.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs are met and their expectations exceeded.
Monitor industry trends and innovations to keep RES Exhibits at the forefront of the exhibit and trade show space.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and quality assurance processes across all project phases.
Report to senior leadership on project status, team performance, and operational metrics.Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business, Operations, or a related field (MBA preferred).
7-10 years of experience in project management within the exhibit, event, or trade show industry, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, large-scale projects with multiple stakeholders.
Extensive knowledge of the exhibit design, fabrication, and installation process.
Strong leadership and team management experience, with the ability to mentor and inspire a high-performing team.
Excellent financial acumen with the ability to manage large project budgets and drive cost savings without sacrificing quality.
Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a focus on achieving business objectives.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with clients, internal teams, and vendors at all levels.
Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Monday.com, Asana) as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple projects and competing priorities.
Willingness to travel as needed for client meetings, site visits, and project oversight.BenefitsRES Exhibits offers competitive salary and performance-based incentives.Our benefits include comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance.Other benefits include 401(k), paid time off, a collaborative, creative and dynamic work culture with opportunities for career growth in an innovative and industry leading company.RES Exhibits is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.Additional InformationThe U.S.
base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000 - $125,000 annually, and individual pay is determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, work experience, job knowledge, complexity of the role, job location, etc.
Pay ranges included in postings generally reflect base salary; certain positions may include bonus, commission, or additional benefits.Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

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Position Director of Project Management

Number of Openings 1

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Hiring Manager(s)Location Rochester, NY Office

About the Organization Respect the past.
Work hard to ensure a future.Early YearsFor 30 years Vince Leonardo managed the in-house tradeshow department at Rochester, New York-based, Bausch & Lomb, one of the world's largest suppliers of eye health products, including contact lenses, lens care products, medicines, and implants for eye diseases.
When the company decided to out-source the department, Vince started RES (Rochester Exhibit Services) and his first major client was Bausch & Lomb.
Vince also opened an event company, LT Rentals, to serve both consumer and trade event business.TodayBoth businesses prospered and after 20 years, Vince turned the company reigns over to his son, James Leonardo, who has led the growth of RES, becoming one of the nation's top 50 tradeshow and event organizations - named by EVENT MARKETER magazine in their annual profile of top industry performers.FutureGiven our heritage, RES has one foot in the corporate world and one foot in the service world.
This combination provides the RES team with visibility into the needs, wants, and expectations of our corporate clientele AND insights into the services and resources needed to drive tradeshow and event program performance, today and tomorrow.
The end-result:
YOU COMMAND THE FLOOR in a hypercompetitive tradeshow filled with competing stimuli and the noise of business.
This position is currently accepting applications.