Project Manager

About the Role

Morgan Hunter is collaborating with a growing professional services firm seeking a Project Manager to join their team. This position fits a seasoned project manager who thrives on overseeing multifaceted event projects, managing logistical details, and engaging directly with clients in a dynamic setting.

The role encompasses a specialized mix of project oversight, event coordination, and travel, involving teamwork with an innovative, close-knit group. Preference is given to candidates based in the Kansas City area, although applicants residing elsewhere in the Midwest with accessible airport connections will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Simultaneously oversee various projects from initial planning stages to successful completion
• Organize logistics including venues, vendor relations, travel arrangements, equipment, and project materials
• Create and manage event project schedules, budgets, and track expenditures
• Facilitate participant recruitment and supervise all project deliverables
• Maintain accurate project files, spreadsheets, and progress reports
• Travel as needed to provide on-site support for events; resolve issues promptly to ensure smooth execution
• Handle inventory control, shipping logistics, and technological preparations for upcoming events
• Suggest and implement process enhancements to support ongoing operational improvements

Qualifications & Requirements

• Willingness and ability to travel two to three times monthly, including occasional evening and weekend commitments
• At least two years of project management experience, ideally within event planning, research, or client service sectors
• Strong organizational capabilities with effective multitasking and deadline management skills
• Proven background in managing events, logistics, or complex project coordination
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving aptitude, and client service orientation
• Self-driven, composed under pressure, and thrives on collaboration within team environments