Manager, Project Management - Military veterans preferred

Derse is a complete face-to-face marketing agency and exhibit builder. We bring a smarter approach to building client sales while managing their trade show, marketing environments and event programs. Our teams are made up of smart and forward-thinking people who bring experiential marketing solutions to life!

We believe in committing to a long-term investment in your career with a total rewards package including:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• A bright and energetic culture where your ideas are valued
• 75-years of financial stability

Derse employs over 500 people in marketing, program management, creative & skilled production, and corporate support. Locations include Milwaukee, Chicago, Las Vegas, Dallas and Pittsburgh. Visit our website derse.com to learn more!

As the Manager of Project Management supporting our Waukegan Division, you'll be responsible for managing our team of Project Managers and AutoCAD Detailers, ensuring quality control, budgetary guidelines, and client satisfactions are being met. Additionally, you'll be responsible for assuming project management responsibilities on assigned jobs and collaborating with our various teams. If you have experience working with project management in the Trade Show industry and are ready to elevate your career, read through and apply if this sounds like the opportunity for you!

Manager, Project Management Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily functions of the Project Management & Detailing departments.
• Responsible for assigning projects to appropriate Project Managers & Detailers, monitoring all individual projects to ensure profitability & timeliness.
• Responsible for project managing construction / new build programs.
• Attend all pre-planning/pre-construction meetings as needed.
• Maintain Project Management & Detailing departmental budgets.
• Make recommendations to increase efficiencies & reduce costs.
• Monitor compliance to company procedures, overseeing record-keeping, assisting in the training of staff and conducting routine audits.
• Utilize strong communication skills with various team members and cross team collaboration.
• Carry out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Conduct performance reviews on staff.
• Approve vacation requests.
• Work with HR on employee relation matters.
• Provide daily mentoring & coaching to staff.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned.

Requirements

Manager, Project Management Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelors and/or Associates Degree with 5 + years of related experience
• 5 + years of leadership/supervisory experience required.
• Ability to mentor / coach staff, along with strong team-building skills.
• Highly organized, flexible and ability to work necessary hours in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Advanced in Microsoft Office.