Project Manager

Merestone is a vanguard in scenic production, specializing in transforming concepts into reality through custom fabrications for trade shows, experiential marketing, and pop-up displays. Our dedication to quality and innovation ensures we exceed client expectations and elevate their brand experiences to unprecedented levels.

As a Project Manager at Merestone, you will orchestrate the creation of scenic wonders and large-format prints, managing each project from the drawing board to the spotlight. With a blend of artistic vision and meticulous planning, you will lead projects that meet and redefine industry standards.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Project Planning and Scheduling: Engage in meticulous project planning and scheduling by devising comprehensive plans that detail timelines, milestones, and resource allocations.

• Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate closely with clients and internal teams to crystallize project requirements and expectations and manage project schedules with a sharp focus on timely delivery.

• Budget Management: Take the helm in budget management by estimating project costs and developing detailed budgets with the finance department.

• Contract Negotiations: Negotiate contracts that secure competitive pricing while ensuring compliance with quality standards. Coordinate the logistics of material delivery and subcontracted services.

• Vendor Management: Expertly manage vendor relationships by sourcing and overseeing external suppliers for materials, fabrication, and printing services.

• Quality Control: Assume responsibility for quality control by supervising all aspects of the fabrication and printing processes to meet established quality criteria.

• Team Leadership and Collaboration: Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, including designers, fabricators, printers, and installers.

• Sales Team Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact with our sales team and liaison between the fabrication and print teams throughout the project lifecycle, providing regular updates on project progress and addressing any concerns or inquiries.

What We’re Looking For:

• An experienced project manager with a proven track record in scenic production or a closely related field.

• A visionary who understands the intricacies of scenic design, fabrication, and large-format printing.

• A strategic thinker who can manage multiple projects in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.

• A natural leader and communicator, skilled in navigating the complexities of collaborative creative processes.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary reflecting your experience and contribution.

• $55K to $85K depending on aptitude in all trade areas and experience

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits, supporting your well-being.

• A 401(k) plan, investing in your future.

• Paid time off and holidays, valuing your work-life balance.

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement, fueling your career journey.

Living Our Values: The Merestone Way

• Collaboration: One Team We Win Together

• Trust: Own It, No Excuses

• Innovation: Forward Thinking Creators

• Excellence: Elevating Standards, Every Day

• Service: Your Vision, Our Mission

• Gratitude: Celebrating Together, Honoring Each Other

Please Don’t Apply If:

• You are resistant to change and innovation.

• You lack a proactive and strategic mindset.

• You struggle with accountability or are uncomfortable in a leadership role.

• You prefer routine over dynamic, fast-paced work environments.

• You are not committed to delivering exceptional customer and team experiences.

• You view this opportunity as just another job, rather than a career with impact.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

• Tempe, AZ 85282 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Tempe, AZ 85282: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $85,000