Object Construction · 21 hours ago
Lead Project Manager
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
6+ years expObject Construction is a company focused on managing complex projects in the fabrication and experiential live-event space. The Lead Project Manager is responsible for overseeing project execution while supporting and guiding other project managers, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
Construction
Responsibilities
Independently manage complex, high-visibility projects from kickoff through closeout; with volume of assignments aligned with Team Enablement duties
Own day-to-day execution across engineering/drafting, procurement, fabrication, finishing, logistics, installation, and strike
Anticipate risks, constraints, and production bottlenecks; proactively develop mitigation strategies
Maintain strong client relationships through consistent communication, expectation-setting, and problem resolution
Lead project-level meetings including kickoffs, production check-ins, and internal alignment sessions
Serve as a working lead and execution benchmark for Project Managers and Associate Project Managers
Provide day-to-day guidance, prioritization support, and problem-solving assistance to the PM team
Review schedules, budgets, and project plans to ensure consistency, feasibility, and adherence to standards
Support onboarding, training, and development of PMs through hands-on coaching and shared delivery
Escalate systemic issues, resourcing constraints, or process gaps to the Director of Project Management or Executive Leadership
Apply structured project management practices while adapting tools and processes to project scale, complexity, and production realities
Help ongoing development and reinforcement of the company’s Project Management Methodology (PMM) through real-world usage and adaptation
Maintain clear project documentation, including scopes, schedules, budgets, change logs, and decision records
Contribute to portfolio-level planning by providing accurate forecasting on timelines, labor needs, and risks
Own project-level budgets, labor tracking, vendor spend, and cost-to-complete forecasting
Identify and address margin risks including scope creep, rework, overtime, expedited logistics, and delayed approvals
Support disciplined change management: documentation, pricing, approvals, and schedule impact communication
Ensure projects are billed accurately and closed out in a timely manner
Coordinate closely with Engineering/Drafting, Fabrication, Scenic Paint, CNC/Sculptural, and Installation teams
Ensure readiness for site work, including site surveys, access constraints, venue and rigging requirements, and install sequencing
Support quality control across materials, fabrication, finish, structural integrity, and brand requirements
Model disciplined adherence to safety, compliance, and company procedures in shop and field environments. Knowledge of PMI standards is a plus
Maintain professionalism with clients, vendors, and internal teams
Contribute to a culture of accountability, clarity, and continuous improvement without adding unnecessary bureaucracy
Qualification
Required
6–9 years of project management experience in scenic fabrication, experiential fabrication, live events, exhibits, or custom production environments
Demonstrated success managing complex, schedule-driven projects end-to-end
Experience mentoring or informally leading other Project Managers or coordinators
Strong organizational and prioritization skills in high-change, deadline-driven environments
Ability to apply project management best practices pragmatically, adapting structure to fit production realities
Excellent client-facing communication and problem-solving skills
Solid financial understanding of project budgets, labor planning, and margin management
Proficient in reading and interpreting drawings, shop drawings, and fabrication documentation
Willingness to travel and work nights and weekends as required by project demands
Preferred
Software familiarity preferred in Google Workspace; Excel/Sheets; Smartsheet, Monday, Asana; familiarity with SketchUp, Illustrator, or CAD is a plus
Knowledge of PMI standards is a plus
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Benefit Eligible
Paid Vacation / PTO
Company
Object Construction
At Object, we specialize in transforming bold, creative visions into reality through expert fabrication and design. With over 45,000 sq. ft.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase