Senior Project Manager, Exhibitions

Houston, TX | North America travel | Full-time | Flexible working About the opportunity We're working exclusively with a globally recognised integrated experiential agency, headquartered in London and active across five continents, as they open an exciting new US base in Houston, TX. Award-winning, ambitious, and genuinely creative, our client delivers extraordinary exhibition and event experiences for some of the world's leading brands. This is a rare ground‑floor opportunity to join a well‑established international business at the start of a new chapter.

As Senior Project Manager, you'll own the full delivery lifecycle of major exhibition builds, from early‑stage concept and supplier negotiation through to on‑site management and derig, while playing an active role in client relationships and organic business growth. What you'll be doing Own end‑to‑end exhibition delivery: pre‑production, on‑site execution, and derig across the US and Canada Work closely with in‑house creative and design teams to cross‑check CAD drawings, graphics, and production outputs Lead and manage on‑site teams — including AV, exhibit build, and print contractors Negotiate with suppliers to secure best‑in‑class pricing across AV, build, and services Serve as the primary client contact across planning meetings, site visits, and day‑to‑day communications Champion issue resolution across construction, logistics, technology, and quality control Support the Account Director on organic growth, up‑sell opportunities, and business development What we're looking for Proven exhibition industry experience delivering complex builds across the USA and Canada A track record managing projects with contract values exceeding $750,000 Background within a creative, exhibitions, or events agency environment Solid technical knowledge - AV, exhibit construction, print production, and digital/interactive systems Commercially astute, with confident budget management and supplier negotiation skills Exceptional client communication and relationship‑building ability Solutions‑focused, calm under pressure, and a natural team player To be a part of this exciting phase of growth for this globally renowned agency, apply today for a confidential conversation! #J-18808-Ljbffr