Junior Project Manager

About Maison Tara New York

Maison Tara New York is a sensory-driven studio focusing on transforming the art of hosting by creating immersive and meticulously designed dining and event experiences. Their team harmonizes culinary design, creative menus, elegant table settings, and charming floral decor to craft environments that engage all the senses. Working closely with clients, Maison Tara tailors events that mirror individual style and key priorities, emphasizing aesthetic charm, atmosphere, and genuine hospitality to inspire joy, connection, and memorable moments. Each event is a thoughtfully crafted experience that leaves a lasting impact and exemplifies high standards in contemporary hosting.

Role Overview

The Junior Project Manager position is a full-time role based in the New York City Metropolitan Area with flexibility for partial remote work. This role supports all stages of event planning and delivery by overseeing timelines, coordinating tasks, and managing logistics from conception through post-event activities. Daily duties include assisting with project scheduling and tracking, liaising with vendors and suppliers, verifying on-time delivery and setup of event materials including décor and culinary items, and facilitating smooth transitions during event execution.

The Junior Project Manager also supervises on-site setups and inspections to ensure quality and safety, maintains detailed project documentation and status updates, identifies potential risks or delays, and collaborates closely with creative and operations teams to ensure alignment with client goals and Maison Tara's standards.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in project management aspects such as planning, scheduling, and managing stakeholder communication.
• Capability in expediting functions, guaranteeing timely progress of materials, approvals, and deliverables across project phases.
• Expertise in logistics management, including coordinating vendors, tracking inventories, and overseeing event shipments and deliveries.
• Skills in inspecting event spaces and setups for accuracy, quality control, and compliance with safety standards.
• Strong organizational abilities with meticulous attention to detail, able to handle multiple projects in a dynamic event environment.
• Effective communication skills, both written and oral, comfortable collaborating with diverse teams including creative, culinary, and operational personnel.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as spreadsheets, tracking software, and shared calendars.
• Bachelor’s degree in fields like Event Management, Hospitality, Business, or Design, or equivalent practical experience.
• Interest in or experience with hospitality, event production, or luxury/creative sectors is advantageous.