Location |Remote | Full-time | Salary range - $90,000 -$110,000 | Reports to: Chief Strategy Officer

About the Role :

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. 

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 

What We Offer

• Medical / dental / vision
• 401(k)
• PTO / holidays
• Professional development
• Hybrid work model 

About G&A

G&A is a global experience design firm shaping some of the world’s most meaningful cultural, brand, and place-based experiences. From museums and cultural institutions to brands, destinations, and environments, we believe Experience is Everything.

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EEO/Accommodation Language

G&A is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

G&A provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you need accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [[email protected]].