We are seeking to hire a full-time Project Manager to oversee the construction process of museum halls and exhibits. The ideal candidate will have leadership and project management experience in museum, theater, film production, or design-build construction. They will be able to diligently track numerous tasks and teams across a variety of projects, be a highly effective communicator, and be detail-oriented and results-driven. This position reports directly to the Director of Operations.

Job Type: Salary Exempt, Full-Time

‍Pay: $100,000 - $130,000 / year based on experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for large-scale projects that include between 10 and 60 sub-projects of varying complexity as they move from concept through production and installation. 
• Report and maintain project related documents in one central server.
• Understand initial project contracts to manage project scope and initiate communication of scope changes to the client.
• Oversee multiple projects with the ability to prioritize competing needs in a fast-paced changing environment.
• Develop and implement project plans and schedules that comply with budgets and scheduling for assigned projects.
• Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Define project tasks and resource requirements.
• Manage project resource allocation and project budget.
• Maximize efficiency of assigned project team through strong leadership, organizational and motivational skills.
• Provide support to the project team.
• Track project deliverables ensuring deadlines are met.
• Mediate and resolve project conflicts.
• Manage outside suppliers of custom services, i.e. subcontractors, vendors, equipment suppliers, etc.
• Coordinate with Production to catalog relevant fabrication information for the end-client. 
• Coordinate payment dates and submissions.
• Maintain reports defining project progress, problems, solutions, and timelines.
• Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve project outputs.
• Provide project evaluations and assessment of results.
• Participate in a team culture in which all team members are willing to assist one another.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in project management in Museum exhibition, theater or film production or large-scale construction environments or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience managing projects with budgets exceeding $1M.
• Strong understanding of Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, and/or hybrid PM methodologies.
• Proficient with project management tools such as Gantt Charts, scheduling software, spreadsheets, etc.
• Experience managing multiple relationships simultaneously including but not limited to general labor subcontractors, specialized subcontractors including electricians, carpenters, lighting specialists, AVIT, etc.
• Strong organizational, logistics, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience in strategic planning.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a variety of projects simultaneously.
• Ability to read and navigate architectural plans as well as 3D models in Rhino.
• The ability to maintain an even temperament under tight deadlines and stressful conditions.
• The ability to work well with others to create and maintain a positive work environment.
• Encourage and participate in a “just ask if you don’t know” approach to problem prevention.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Preferred Qualifications 

• 5+ years leadership and project management experience in Museum exhibition, theater, film production or large-scale design-build construction.
• Shop Fabrication, Themed Attraction, and Museum exhibit experience a plus.
• Permanent Installation Construction methods experience.
• English and Spanish language proficiency.
• 3+ years of experience using 3D modeling software, with Rhino 3D preferred.
• PMP or CAPM certification
• Exceptionally strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• The willingness to learn new software and master equipment outside of scope of experience.
• Ability to travel as necessary.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional time management skills and the ability to multitask across overlapping projects at varying phases of development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• Reliable, energetic and self-motivated.
• Cooperative and professional.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available with 50% company contribution
• Paid time off and 8 paid holidays
• 401k Match after 1 year of employment
• Yearly PPE allowance

This job description is intended to provide an overview of the job, the general nature, and the level of work to be performed. This description is not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Rootlab is an equal employment opportunity workplace.