S&C Project Manager

The Project Manager is the primary point of contact between the Strategy & Consulting (S&C) team, with the G&A design team, and client. They are responsible for the coordination of internal and external project teams, creation and oversight of exhibit schedule and budget, and confirmation of contractual scope and deliverables per the signed contract. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader that can easily adapt to a shifting environment while maintaining S&C/G&A standards and procedures.
All Open Roles

As a member of this diverse group, you will work collaboratively with internal physical and digital design teams, consultants, and clients from renowned museums, corporations, universities, and governmental organizations.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the day-to-day execution of assigned projects, ensuring alignment with project scope, budget, schedule, and S&C/G&A project management standards.
  • Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and cost estimates to support successful project delivery.
  • Identify project staffing needs and coordinate resource allocation across multiple concurrent projects.
  • Partner with project leads and cross-functional teams to assign responsibilities, monitor progress, and ensure accountability for project deliverables.
  • Lead internal and external meetings, facilitate communication among stakeholders, document decisions and action items, and drive issue resolution in a timely manner.
  • Manage subcontractors and specialty consultants to ensure seamless coordination and execution of all project components.
  • Monitor project risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies to minimize project exposure and maintain client satisfaction.
  • Maintain accurate project financial documentation, including budget tracking, cost reporting, invoice coordination, and subcontractor compliance documentation.
  • Manage project schedules, team workloads, resource utilization, and time tracking to ensure efficient use of company resources.
  • Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, client presentations, and new project pursuits.
  • Identify opportunities to expand services and provide additional value to existing clients.
  • Effectively communicate S&C’s capabilities and expertise in client-facing discussions, presentations, and written communications.
  • Manage client expectations through regular communication, stakeholder education, and established review and approval processes.
  • Maintain an understanding of exhibit and museum development, including feasibility studies, project financing, design, graphic design, media production, fabrication, construction, and operations.
  • Review contracts, scopes of work, and project agreements to ensure compliance with project requirements and contractual obligations.
  • Stay informed on industry standards and best practices, including AAM guidelines, ADA compliance requirements, and operational strategies.
  • Continuously identify opportunities to improve project processes, communication, and operational efficiency.

 

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of management consulting experience required, preferably in project-based environments.
  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
  • Proven project management experience with responsibility for budgets, schedules, resources, and client deliverables.
  • PMP certification is preferred.
  • Strong client-facing experience with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial analysis, budgeting, reporting, and working with large data sets.
  • Experience reviewing, negotiating, and administering contracts, scopes of work, and project agreements.
  • Strong resource planning, workload management, and time-tracking experience.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate the efforts of internal staff, subcontractors, and external consultants.
  • Experience in museums, exhibits, cultural institutions, architecture, design, construction, fabrication, or other project-based industries is preferred.
  • Familiarity with museum industry standards, AAM guidelines, ADA compliance requirements, and related operational practices is a plus
  • Smartsheets proficiency

 

 

BENEFITS:

Competitive Salary, Vacation, Sick and Personal Holiday, Volunteer Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Employee Referral Bonus Program, Medical Plan & Dental and Vision Plan, Retirement Plan, Summer Fridays, Sabbaticals and more…

 

APPLY:

Qualified candidates, please submit a letter of interest and PDF of resume to [email protected].

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.A.