Senior Project Manager - Events

Nteractive

1d•$100,000 - $120,000•Remote

About The Position

Nteractive is a global events and communications agency that brings experiences to life for major technology and lifestyle brands. They are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale conferences, events, and attendee experiences. This role involves managing client relationships, project deliverables, and stakeholder expectations across a portfolio of complex events. The Senior Project Manager will work closely with Account Directors and Project Directors to plan and execute events, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard. This is a high-visibility position requiring strong project management expertise, commercial acumen, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced agency setting.

Requirements

Significant project management experience within an events agency environment
Proven success leading large-scale conferences, meetings, and complex event programmes
Strong client-facing and stakeholder management experience
Expertise in hotel, venue, and supplier contract negotiations
Excellent financial and business acumen with experience managing event budgets
Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong overall technical proficiency
Outstanding communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities
Experience mentoring and developing project teams
Based on the Central or East Coast, USA
Ability to travel internationally throughout the year
Ability to work across time zones as required
Quiet home working environment
Minimum broadband speed: 25MB download / 2MB upload

Nice To Haves

Incentive travel experience is desirable

Responsibilities

Partner with Account Directors and Project Directors to understand event objectives, resource requirements, and delivery strategies.
Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and operational frameworks.
Lead the delivery of large-scale conferences, events, and complex workstreams from planning through onsite execution.
Ensure project documentation, budgets, timelines, and deliverables remain accurate and up to date.
Drive accountability across project teams to ensure successful delivery.
Build strong relationships with clients, venues, hotels, and suppliers.
Act as a trusted advisor, delivering exceptional client service and attendee experiences.
Lead hotel, venue, and supplier contract negotiations to ensure commercial value and operational excellence.
Manage supplier performance and ensure delivery against agreed standards and deadlines.
Develop and manage event budgets with a focus on profitability and value for money.
Monitor project financial performance, forecasts, and risks.
Identify issues proactively and implement solutions to maintain project success.
Ensure strong commercial decision-making throughout the event lifecycle.
Lead onsite delivery teams and ensure every aspect of the event is executed to plan.
Provide direction to internal teams, suppliers, and venue partners.
Troubleshoot challenges in real time and implement creative solutions under pressure.
Ensure an exceptional experience for attendees, clients, and stakeholders.
Lead, mentor, and support project team members.
Share best practices and contribute to the ongoing development of the Nteractive Project Management Framework.
Analyze event performance and post-event data to identify opportunities for improvement.
Support the development of client recommendations and future event strategies.