International Project Manager - Chicago, United States - Derse

Description

Derse is a complete face-to-face marketing agency and exhibit builder. We bring a smarter approach to building client sales while managing their trade show, marketing environments and event programs. Our teams are made up of smart and forward-thinking people who bring experiential marketing solutions to life

We believe in committing to a long-term investment in your career with a total rewards package including:
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
A bright and energetic culture where your ideas are valued
75-years of financial stability
Derse employs over 500 people in marketing, program management, creative & skilled production, and corporate support. Locations include Milwaukee, Chicago, Las Vegas, Dallas and Pittsburgh. Visit our website

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As the International Project Manager, you'll be responsible for managing all aspects from estimating to invoicing on assigned international projects of Derse.

This includes working with our production, logistics, and account management teams in monitoring & managing the project status, creative solution implementations, budget allocation, and resource distributions on assigned projects.

Joining our International Services team has never looked so bright If you have experience working with project management in the Trade Show industry and are ready to elevate your career, read through and apply if this sounds like the opportunity for

you
International Project Manager Responsibilities
Review all work orders for required information prior to starting the project
Ensure credit checks and deposits are taking place per company policy
Execute work order / part breakdown to facilitate job control and billing; manage and communicate change orders as they occur
Review the estimate for general agreement with completeness, hours, materials, and subcontract dollars
Determine the need and scope for detail drawings / set up drawings and initiate all work with detailing
Place purchase order requisitions for direct purchases and inform the stockroom in advance for any large quantity stock items required
Lead quality put-to-detail, put-to-work and final job review prior to ship meetings. Manage the need for Show Service Coordinator participation
Ensure all parties are clear on their scope of work

Meet with shop personnel and supervisors regularly to make sure personnel have complete info to keep working and that hours are maintained.

Communicate project status at weekly production meetings with emphasis on project quality, timing and budget.
Provide onsite supervision of international project installations
Direct job close out at weekly production meetings to support timely client billing; manage all final billing processes
Maintain Project Management records per Derse policy and procedures including but not limited to standardized physical files and all digital documentation placed in the appropriate client folders on the network
Insure all three project management goals are met including project quality, on time, on budget
Requirements
International Project Manager Requirements & Qualifications
Bachelors and/or Associates Degree with 5 + years of related experience
Ability to travel Internationally is required
Prior project management experience in trade show industry desired
Flexible and able to work necessary hours in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
Strong conflict resolution skills combined with an ability to multi-task

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