Art Institute of Chicago · 23 hours ago
Temporary Project Manager, Collection Relocation
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$90K/yr - $90K/yr
10+ years expThe Art Institute of Chicago is a prominent institution dedicated to sharing its collections with the city and the world. The project manager for collection relocation is responsible for overseeing the process of relocating objects from the museum campus to off-site storage facilities, ensuring safe and efficient transfer while minimizing disruption to daily activities.
Museums & Institutions
Responsibilities
Develop detailed project plan in writing, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management, while maintaining an overall view of the project and workflows
Assess changes, update timelines and milestones, track progress, and write reports to highlight issues, solutions, and recommendations
Ensure alignment with the overall goal and deadlines
Proactively identify risks, prepare mitigation plans, and develop contingency strategies for unexpected challenges, ensuring minimal impact to the move and the collection’s integrity
Act as central coordinator, ensuring every aspect of the collection relocation and parties involved focus on their activities without disruption
Maximize team productivity and ensure the use of time and resources by planning structured and purpose-driven meetings
Guide and manage the temporary relocation team, setting and monitoring goals and objectives
Evaluate performance to ensure reports are equipped to perform their roles effectively
Communicate expectations and priorities, holding team members accountable
Work with Collections and Loan’s team to monitor expenditure, seeking cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality and safety
Ensure vendor contracts are in place when engaging for services
Create and implement a communication plan for all phases of the relocation
Manage communication with internal and external teams by organizing meetings, preparing agendas, documenting minutes, and tracking follow-ups, ensuring all parties are informed
Maintain a close relationship with stakeholders, providing updates, guidance, and support throughout the relocation process
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in project management/logistics with an art background
Proven experience leading complex projects
Strong organizational and leadership skills
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency with digital tools and data reporting
Attention to detail and a focus on safety and compliance
Familiarity with project management methodologies (like Scrum, Agile)
Company
Art Institute of Chicago
Art Institute of Chicago collects, preserves, and interprets works of art, representing the world’s diverse artistic traditions.
1001-5000 employees
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