The Lighting & Sound Company ยท 2 weeks ago
Event Project Manager
Greater Richmond Region
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$65K/yr - $75K/yrThe Lighting & Sound Company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee events from initial booking through final load-out. This role bridges sales, production, warehouse, and on-site crews to ensure each project is executed on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.
AudioEvent ManagementEventsLighting
Hiring Manager
Logan A.
Responsibilities
Utilize all available resources to sell services to assigned incoming prospects and attempt to turn those prospects into customers
Present and sell company services to current and potential clients. Attempt to increase revenue through upselling existing customers
Use negotiation skills to close and secure contracts with customers; resolve all customer concerns, issues, and disputes in order to maintain ongoing relationships
Define project scope and objectives, ensure technical feasibility, maintain contact with signed clients, and manage changes to the project scope as necessary. Manage job-specific information throughout project lifecycle
Balances the needs and requests of clients within the parameters that LSC can operate by; does not overpromise or commit to anything outside of normal business practices unless it is confirmed by management that LSC can fulfill this request
Perform risk management to minimize project, personnel, and property risks. Report and escalate to management as needed
Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects; ensure resource availability and allocation. Collaborate with other technical departments on large-scope client requests
Lead a team of on-site personnel in order to realize specified project deliverables within given time periods, and have the ability to adapt to frequently-changing circumstances on the jobsite
Create technical documentation for upcoming jobs including diagrams, plans, or plots
Document work-in-progress and completed jobsites, and store photos in designated shared folder or gallery
Take ownership of task assignment with minimal oversight
Maintain awareness of industry trends to identify potential opportunities for company growth
Update client information in the company CRM database
Other related duties as assigned by management
Leading the setup & takedown of equipment at client job sites
Contact clients, emails/phone calls/meetings from assigned leads, developing scope to client specifications, and delivering thorough quotation
Organizing moving parts of jobs and filling gaps on the project management team as they arise to ensure as seamless a workflow as possible
Repair or replacement of rental equipment
Qualification
Required
Understanding of the event services or stage lighting industry
Highly self-motivated, able to develop own tasks, take initiative, and work effectively with minimal direct supervision
Able to manage multiple projects at a time while paying strict attention to detail
Able to assess situations and make decisions based on urgency and risk
Able to set priorities, determine strategies and resolve issues
Attention to detail and adherence to deadlines
Skills and experience in customer service best-practices
Strong communication and interpersonal skills via in-person and electronic means
Able to use typical office computer software and electronic office suite, electronic communication systems, and CRM systems
Ability to communicate technical concepts orally with clients in amiable non-technical terms
Ability to read, interpret, and define drawings, plans, schematics, specifications, and project scope-of-works
Ability to use a wide variety of hand tools and power equipment
Valid Driver's License required. Able to drive extended length vans and box trucks
Be willing to be trained to operate powered personnel lifts and forklifts
Comfortable working at heights; able to climb ladder up to 12 feet height
Ability to lift up 50 lbs many times throughout the day
Benefits
3% retirement plan match
Company-provided laptop and tools
Company-provided vehicle when traveling to client jobsites
Safety attire stipend
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Company
The Lighting & Sound Company
The Lighting & Sound Company is a design and production company that provides lighting, live sound, video, and drape services for events.
Founded in 2012
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
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Dylan Adams
Founder
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