Project Coordinator (Trade Shows & Events)

HR & Onboarding • Addison, IL

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About The Position

Impact XM is a global leader in experiential marketing, that brings brands to life through unforgettable live and virtual experiences. Impact XM is seeking a Project Coordinator (Trade Shows & Events) to join our Chicagoland team. This role supports our Project Management group in servicing and managing all aspects of project fulfillment for experiential, live, and digital programs. We are looking for a highly organized, collaborative, and detail-oriented coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university, and 2+ years of experience as a Project Coordinator or in a similar project-based execution role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business, technical, and regulatory documentation
• Strong written communication skills, including proposals, reports, and business correspondence
• Comfortable presenting information to internal teams, clients, and stakeholders
• Strong mathematical competency including fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret technical instructions in diagram form and work with both abstract and concrete variables
• Customer-centric approach with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Strong organization, detail orientation, multi-tasking capability, and follow-through
• Independent, proactive, and entrepreneurial mindset
• Comfortable working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to read construction drawings and setup prints and translate design to execution
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams and client groups

Nice To Haves

• Experience in event marketing, experiential, or creative solutions-based agency environments preferred

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all Impact XM processes and policies accurately and efficiently
• Develop understanding and effectively work within required Impact XM project systems
• Utilize Impact XM’s online asset management and event management tools
• Support Project Managers by accurately and efficiently completing assigned tasks
• Communicate effectively with internal departments, strategic partners, and vendors
• Maintain well-organized project files and documentation
• Manage and execute client and vendor communications across a variety of projects
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery
• Apply best practices in project management, time allocation, resource management, and client communication
• Support development of project estimates and workback schedules
• Prepare to answer questions regarding project status and deliverables
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining schedules, budgets, and quality
• Research specialty materials and services in conjunction with Finance
• Read, redline, and support fabrication drawing development as needed
• Assist in training incoming team members and developing transition materials
• Resolve issues within working teams as needed
• Maintain awareness of client properties relevant to assigned projects
• Travel domestically and internationally for fulfillment as required
• Complete work as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level