Senior Project Manager

LEMG•Charlotte, NC

21d

About The Position

LEMG is one of the premier event production and audio-visual experts in the industry. We offer everything from site planning, event design, lighting, sound, video, projection, staging, decor, show producers, and technicians. As a second-generation firm, our decades of experience and commitment to our industry is second to none. LEMG can handle all aspects of planning and implementation for any kind of event; whether a conference, convention, trade show, corporate meeting, or live event. We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to help us manage the pre-production, onsite execution, and client interaction of our service delivery. Who we're looking for: You enjoy collaborating with talented techs and enthusiastic clients You know your way around audio, video, and lighting set-ups You thrive on managing timelines, budgets, and gear lists You can follow processes and procedures You're a great communicator You are the go-to problem solver when things change and welcome the challenge You ensure your shows deliver a flawless experience every time If this list describes you, we might be the place for you! LEMG is a growing event production company that values our people above all else. We want to work with great clients so we can keep delivering exceptional shows throughout the US. If that connects with your core values, let's talk! While this job will require traveling domestically about 25% of the time, this position is based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Relocation assistance will be offered should the candidate not already reside in this location. The job comes with health benefits (100% employee paid by LEMG), a 401(k) plan, a company computer (Mac or PC, your choice), an iPad, and a monthly cell phone stipend.

Requirements

Experienced (4+ years) Project Manager (Production Manager) familiar with providing AV Services for Corporate Events.
Seasoned AV Project Manager with experience in corporate events, live production, or technical environments.
You enjoy collaborating with talented techs and enthusiastic clients
You know your way around audio, video, and lighting set-ups
You thrive on managing timelines, budgets, and gear lists
You can follow processes and procedures
You're a great communicator
You are the go-to problem solver when things change and welcome the challenge
You ensure your shows deliver a flawless experience every time

Nice To Haves

You can create 2D and 3D renderings using software programs like Vectorworks
You have prior experience with rental and labor software programs i.e. Flex, IntelliEvent, Lasso

Responsibilities

Review estimate and proposal prepared by Sales to confirm understanding of client’s goal and what was sold.
Work alongside Sales on quote creation for new business opportunities with more complex scope of work.
Communicate with Client through emails, calls, site visits, etc to achieve client’s goal and offer solutions for any issues that arise.
Maintain internal budget and document any known expenses for Finance planning purposes.
Secure cross rentals as needed and communicate logistics plans to Operations.
Prepare pullsheet to accompany agreed upon quote and provide to Warehouse in timely manner.
Communicate with Crew leading up to show to prepare them for the anticipated schedule, any associated travel, and onsite expectations.
Serve as the lead point of contact between LEMG and client.
Oversee Crew including labor for load-in and load out.
Ensure smooth delivery of agreed upon services while troubleshooting any issues that occur onsite.
Maintain projected expenses and communicate any potential change orders to the Client.
Perform the duties of AV Technician in addition to responsibilities above when needed.
Reconcile all onsite changes and communicate any change orders to Sales.
Finalize internal budget with all known expenses and notify Finance that the project can be closed.