Freelance Project Manager

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the execution of various projects, ensuring adherence to all project performance targets such as timing, cost, quality, and benefits.
• Gather project requirements, establish project plans, confirm cost structures, and oversee overall project execution.
• Interact with internal teams, departments, and clients to ensure the project maintains its critical path.
• Manage large-scale rollouts, particularly in event production, merchandising implementations, and campaign execution in branded retail spaces.
• Manage multiple stakeholders, adhere to tight deadlines, and maintain a high level of quality across all deliverables.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Project Management or related field.
• 4+ years of previous project management experience in special events and onsite brand experiences.
• Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
• High proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook, and Internet applications.
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, and planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including analysis, interpretation, and reasoning.
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers, colleagues, and clients.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to influence peers and senior management.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting.

Nice to Have

• Experience managing large-scale rollouts in event production, merchandising, and campaign execution.
• Experience working with internal and external clients in a retail or brand experience setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Project Management or related field.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive hourly rate of $40-45 per hour, with potential for variation.