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RGI Creative · 1 day ago

Tradeshow Project Manager

North Ridgeville, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

RGI Creative is seeking a Tradeshow Project Manager (TPM) to oversee their tradeshow projects from estimating through execution. The TPM will manage budgets, schedules, vendor services, and booth properties to ensure flawless tradeshow delivery while acting as both client liaison and internal coordinator.

CADConstructionGraphic Design

Responsibilities

Estimating & Budget Management

Contribute tradeshow-specific cost inputs during estimating (ROM estimates, vendor pricing, shipping, show services)

Partner with Estimator and Finance to ensure accurate project budgets

Align client invoice schedules with cash flow needs in collaboration with Finance

Serve as primary client contact for tradeshow projects

Lead pre-show planning and post-show debriefs, presenting financial and performance outcomes

Counsel clients on industry best practices, trends, and cost-effective solutions

Develop and manage official tradeshow schedules (Gantt format, SmartSheets, ExhibitForce)

Coordinate project details with design, fabrication, warehouse, and logistics teams

Supervise booth property check-in/out, maintenance, and show service coordination

Process and document tradeshow change orders with Accounting

Maintain accurate documentation for proposals, budgets, POs, and client approvals

Ensure Exhibit Force and Foundation are updated with current project information

Stay current with tradeshow industry standards, certifications, and innovations

Provide quarterly “Tradeshow Trends & Insights” briefings to internal teams

Recommend tools, training, or resources that advance RGI’s tradeshow services

Qualification

Tradeshow project managementBudget managementClient communicationMicrosoft OfficeERP/accounting systemsCertified Trade Show MarketingVendor relationship managementGantt chart managementOrganizational skills