W3Global Inc.
Senior Project Manager - Trade Shows & Events
2 days ago
Las Vegas
Job Description Title: Senior Project Manager - Trade Shows & Events Location: Las Vegas, NV (On-site) Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager - Trade Shows & Events to join our team in Las Vegas, NV (On-site). This full-time leadership role is ideal for a proven project manager with deep expertise in trade show exhibits, events, experiential marketing, or specialty fabrication. As the central point of accountability, you will manage projects end-to-end - from client discovery and design collaboration through fabrication, logistics, installation, and dismantle - ensuring flawless execution for world-class clients. This role requires a balance of strategic leadership, operational oversight, and client-facing excellence. You will work closely with creative, design, production, logistics, and finance teams while managing vendors, labor resources, and budgets. The Senior Project Manager will be directly responsible for profitability, scheduling, and client satisfaction, while also mentoring junior staff and supporting the company's long-term growth strategy. For the right candidate, this role offers a clear pathway to future executive leadership, with the opportunity to grow into the COO position as the company scales. Key Responsibilities * Lead initial discovery calls with new and existing clients to define project objectives. * Collaborate with clients and the creative design team to conceptualize unique trade show exhibits and branded environments. * Oversee projects from concept through fabrication, logistics, installation, and dismantle. * Review proposals to ensure all client requirements are fully captured and addressed. * Estimate and manage project costs, including labor, materials, rentals, fabrication, and vendor services, ensuring profitability. * Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, ensuring all milestones and deadlines are met. * Partner with internal teams (sales, design, graphics, production, warehouse, logistics, and finance) to ensure seamless execution. * Source, negotiate, and manage vendors and subcontractors for fabrication and installation. * Utilize ERP systems and project scheduling tools to track costs, timelines, and project reporting. * Lead and mentor project staff, contractors, and vendors to build a high-performing, collaborative team. * Ensure strict adherence to quality standards and safety compliance. * Manage project closeout processes, ensuring clients receive a complete and professional handoff. Qualifications * 8-10 years of project management experience in trade show exhibits, events, experiential marketing, or specialty fabrication. * Proven success managing large-scale, deadline-driven projects for high-profile clients. * Strong expertise in budgeting, estimating, vendor management, and workforce planning. * Proficiency with ERP systems, scheduling, and project management tools. * Exceptional communication, negotiation, and client-facing presentation skills. * Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Design, or related field (Master's preferred). * Strong leadership style - strategic thinker with hands-on problem-solving ability. Preferred: * PMP certification or Six Sigma experience. * Knowledge of automation, digital fabrication, or advanced manufacturing. * Experience scaling processes and teams in a high-growth company. Why Join Us? * Lead impactful projects for major global brands in trade shows and events. * Be a key player in company growth, with a direct path to future executive leadership (COO). * Work in a creative, collaborative, and high-energy environment. * Competitive salary + performance-based incentives. * Career growth and professional development opportunities. Application Process If you are a results-driven project leader with a passion for delivering exceptional trade show and event experiences, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant project management experience and why you are an ideal fit for this role. Company DescriptionW3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more. We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies. Our Services W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates. We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding. We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software. Our Expertise W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs. As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.