Senior Project Manager - Exhibits & Events

Czarnowski • Denver, CO

1d

About The Position

Czarnowski is one of four studios within the Czarnowski Collective, creating exhibits and events through operations, strategy, design, and fabrication. The Senior Project Manager leads complex production projects from initial planning and pricing through fabrication and completion. This hands-on role owns project budgets, timelines, and production execution, partnering with account teams, CAD, fabrication, logistics, internal departments, outside vendors, and subcontractors. The position also serves as a senior production resource, providing guidance to Project Managers and cross-functional team members as needed. Travel is required based on project needs.

For potential hires who will work or reside in Denver, the stated salary range is $95,000–$115,000. Compensation is determined based on internal equity and salary ranges, market data, and the applicant’s skills and relevant experience. The position is eligible for health care benefits, life insurance, time-off benefits, and participation in the company’s 401(k) plan.

Requirements

• Minimum 5–7 years of project management experience in the exhibit, event, experiential, or custom fabrication industry.
• Strong understanding of fabrication methods, including carpentry, metalwork, paint production, tension fabric, and graphic production.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects, budgets, production schedules, and multiple priorities.
• Ability to read and review CAD drawings and understand fabrication and constructability.
• Strong financial understanding and experience managing project costs, scope changes, and profitability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate project challenges.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and project or workflow management systems.
• Willingness to travel based on project needs.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Account Directors and Account Managers to develop pricing and establish production requirements for new projects.
• Own project budgets, costs, and financial accuracy throughout production.
• Lead project launch meetings and coordinate execution across account teams, CAD, fabrication, logistics, and other internal departments.
• Develop and manage project timelines, ensuring production milestones and deadlines are met.
• Use Czarnowski’s workflow systems to manage project progress and maintain accurate production information.
• Review and approve CAD drawings for accuracy, constructability, and adherence to project specifications.
• Oversee production and fabrication, working with shop leads and production managers to resolve issues and keep projects moving.
• Identify risks related to budget, schedule, quality, or production and drive solutions with the appropriate teams.
• Manage project changes and communicate impacts to scope, budget, and timelines.
• Coordinate with logistics, outside vendors, and subcontractors to meet project requirements.
• Provide senior production guidance to Project Managers and cross-functional team members as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective within 30 days or less of the start date.
• 401(k) matching with no vesting period; employees are fully vested on day one.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Collaborative work environment.
• Flexible work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed