Job Description

Sound Investment, a leading Event Production and Sales & Installation company with a national footprint, is looking for a detail-orientated and organized Project Manager to join a fast-paced and expanding team in its New York office. The role is required to work onsite Monday through Friday 9 am - 5pm

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

The Project Manager leads the planning, coordination and execution of events from start to finish. They work closely with clients, sales teams, and production teams to define technical and creative needs, secure resources, manage budgets and timelines as well as oversees onsite operations to ensure flawless event delivery and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate is someone who is a self-starter that can thrive in both a structured corporate environment and fast-paced entrepreneurial settings. They should possess strong awareness of event production technology, trends and best practices as well as strong technical and interpersonal skills and organizational skills. This role requires an exceptional level of attention to detail and communication skills (both written and verbal).

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Client & Sales Consultation – Partner with clients and the sales team to define production specifications, ensuring creative vision aligns with technical feasibility.
• Technical Design & Planning – Specify lighting, audio, and video systems for events, and create detailed technical layouts using Vectorworks.
• Resource Coordination – Secure and schedule internal staff, external vendors, equipment, trucking, and all necessary logistics for assigned events.
• Labor Management – Book, schedule, and oversee all event labor, ensuring teams are properly staffed and prepared.
• Cross-Team Collaboration – Work closely with the production team to ensure all projects are supported and resourced for success.
• On-Site Leadership – Direct and manage all production teams during load-in, show execution, and load-out, ensuring smooth operations.
• Project Oversight – Manage multiple events simultaneously while maintaining timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Quality Assurance – Maintain oversight of all production details to guarantee exceptional client experiences and adherence to company standards.
• Policy & Standards Compliance – Ensure all projects follow established company policies, safety protocols, and operational procedures.

The ideal candidate has/is:

• Proven track record of successfully managing and motivating teams
• Committed to delivering outstanding experiences with a high degree of professionalism
• Exceptional ability to manage multiple projects, budgets and timelines simultaneously
• Adept at anticipating challenges, troubleshooting ideas and ensuring seamless event execution
• Exceptional time management and ability to balance evolving needs and priorities

The experience we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (5+ years)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in event production, account management or project management
• Demonstrated ability to plan, specify and execute all technical aspects of live event production
• In-depth understanding of New York City event venues, logistics and regulations
• Strong existing relationships with event production professionals, vendors and technical contracts

We offer an excellent benefits package including: 

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Roth IRA
• Holidays and Paid Time Off

Salary Range : $90,000 - $110,000

Sound Investment has become one of the fastest growing event solutions companies in the country. Since 1999, we have grown from a two-man team of system-designers to an award-winning company with offices in New York, Chicago, Miami, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles. The range of our products and services has helped us become a leading turn-key provider to the special event, marketing, promotions, and hospitality industries. With a team of innovative associates and stellar customer service, we excel at heightening sensory experience with a commitment to the creative application of state-of-the-art technology across a broad spectrum of events.

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