Job Information
FREEMAN Sr Project Manager Business Administration in Coppell, Texas
About Us
Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’s largest network of experts, Freeman’s insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 96-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.
Summary
Alford Media is specialized division of Freeman that is nationally recognized for our expertise in corporate event technology. We bring innovative approaches to our events and seek to exceed our customers’ expectations. We are a team of driven individuals that love challenges and helping our customers realize their vision. The unique position of Facilitator is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of equipment to and from the warehouse to events nationally for the purpose of flawless execution. Once on site, the facilitator is responsible to perform in a logistical and customer service capacity ensuring safe, efficient, and high service show site. Alford Media is seeking a Business Administration Project Manager to support the successful implementation of business initiatives and events. These include internal and customer-facing events, marketing initiatives, long-term business strategies, and operational process improvements. This role will work with the Sr Leadership as the key advisor, organizer, and advocate for these projects.
This position will support our Audio Visual & Event Technology team. The position follows an in-person schedule working full-time in-office and/or show-site based out of Coppell, TX.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Minimum 4+ years project management experience; hands-on technical experience, experience with disciplined project management methodologies
Proven analytical, organizational, interpersonal, customer service and communications skills
Ability to manage multiple, complex projects simultaneously
Assesses, gathers, and analyzes business requirements for various internal and customer-facing projects and events; develops strong partnerships between all key stakeholders and departments.
Facilitates the identification of information needed to successfully execute projects and events, including setting long-range objectives and establishing overall priorities.
Helps identify and evaluate project scope, budget, and timeline issues.
Develop and execute event strategies aligned with company objectives, ensuring each event delivers on key messaging and brand goals.
Manage all aspects of event planning and execution, including budget management, contracts, vendor relationships, logistics, room blocks, T&E and onsite coordination.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, creative, and sales, to ensure seamless integration of event initiatives and alignment with overall business objectives.
Prepare executive-level event briefs, debriefs, and financial reporting on data-driven results
Manages the preparation of end-user documentation and assists with training as needed.
Serve as the local point of contact for all vendor and customer contracts to ensure compliance.
Serve as an ambassador to promote Alford culture and the Burgundy brand.
Stays current with industry technology standards and company product knowledge and expertise.
Submits expense reports on a timely basis, not to exceed 30 days, for approval.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience
High School Diploma or GED
Bachelor's Degree preferred
What We Offer
Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Life, Accident and Disability
Retirement with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Diversity Commitment
At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.