Project Manager/Technical Director

Production Resource Group•New Windsor, NY

About The Position

Production Resource Group (PRG) is seeking a Project Manager/Technical Director to plan and execute theatrical production events and entertainment projects, with a focus on scenic construction. The role involves substantial client contact and tailoring project services to each client’s creative vision while balancing that vision with company profitability. The employee may participate in sales or execute projects generated by other sales staff. Projects may have targets of up to $4 million. The position defines project scope with clients, including budgets, schedules, workflows, internal resource requirements, concept designs, and layouts. It coordinates product, equipment, construction, service, and labor specifications; supports operational planning; resolves aesthetic design and technology issues; and oversees on-site production and show labor as assigned. The Project Manager collaborates with Sales, Operations, financial operations, Scenic Sales, and Labor Coordinators on quotes, billing, quality goals, fabrication, labor calls, and project performance. The role also manages PRG’s Change Order Policy, communicates project status, promotes future sales opportunities, and supports job-site safety. Some travel is required, and extensive travel, including international travel, may be necessary.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in theatrical technical direction, scenic production management, and/or live event project management specializing in scenic construction is sought; the qualifications section specifies a minimum of 5 years of experience in Scenic or Automation Project Management.
Experience managing crews, budgets, and deadlines.
Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to read and understand contract scope, terms, and conditions.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including prioritizing multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Creative mindset and problem-solving aptitude.
Working knowledge of equipment and technology within relevant product disciplines, such as audio, lighting, video, rigging, scenery, scenic automation, engineering, or labor.
Ability to read drawings, including ground plans, sections, and lighting plots.
Ability to sketch by hand to communicate ideas or requirements.
Expertise in budget management, vendor management, client communication, and conflict resolution.
General understanding of labor and safety requirements.
Ability to lead and work well with a team.
Ability to travel extensively, including internationally, as required; travel may be up to 50%.
Valid passport and valid driver’s license.
Ability to remain stationary 50% of the time and to bend, climb stairs, and stand or walk continuously 50% of the time.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively by listening and in written and verbal forms; hearing and vision within normal ranges are important for conversations and for preparing or inspecting site plans, blueprints, and drawings.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, and an asset management system.
Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Nice To Haves

College or higher education degree, preferably concentrated in scenic and automation fabrication and production for the entertainment industry.
OSHA 30 card.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute theatrical production events and entertainment projects.
Prepare and define project scope with clients, including budgets, schedules, workflows, internal resource requirements, concept designs, and layouts.
Determine product and equipment needs, construction and service/labor specifications, and relevant operational plans.
Provide design support and troubleshoot clients’ unresolved aesthetic design and technology issues.
Manage shows with targets of up to $4 million.
Execute on-site production and manage show labor as required and assigned.
Submit new-hire paperwork and timesheets accurately and on time.
Balance clients’ creative needs with company profitability.
Collaborate with Sales to generate and amend quotes and with financial operations to facilitate client billing.
Coordinate with Operations to ensure design and quality goals are met, and interface with PRG Operations and Sales staff as required.
Support project management for other depot sales efforts when assigned.
Identify future revenue possibilities, promote sales opportunities, and develop new clients through networking and on-site interaction.
Communicate project status and performance as assigned.
Promote job-site safety and investigate safety and reliability concerns.
Plan and build labor calls with relevant Labor Coordinators.
Manage PRG’s Change Order Policy with clients.
Participate in client presentations when required.
Work with Scenic Sales and Operations to assist with supervision, oversee fabrication, and manage each production’s administrative and financial performance.