Senior Project Manager

at  Tait

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics

Active Project Management:

• Perform the duties as described in the Project Manager job description
• Lead project planning and delivery, grounded in the TAIT Project Process
• Be accountable for the project team, scope, schedule, and budge

Experience & Qualifications:

• Degree: Engineering, Technical Theatre or Live Event related field
• Experience in Entertainment or Construction industry
• Technical Theatre
• Live Event Production
• Project Management
• Construction Management
• Commercial and Contractual responsibilities
• Proven track record of managing profitable projects
• Proven ability to prioritise across multiple projects
• Intermediate (or higher) proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with Slack and Bo

POSITION PURPOSE:

Senior Project Managers are leaders in the Projects group, focused on project delivery through a developing team of Project Managers and Associate Project Managers. With a commitment to external and internal customers, Senior Project Managers optimise project planning and execution for unique Markets, guided by the TAIT Project Process. With the support of Projects leadership, the position participates in Bidding and Development of new opportunities within their Market focus and establishes core teams as projects approach confirmation.
Senior Project Managers build on excellence as a Project Manager, demonstrating their mastery of managing Scope, Schedule, and Budget, finding success by leading high-performance teams that exhibit TAIT’s Leadership and Inclusive Culture framework. At their best, Senior Project Managers favour leadership through context, while relying on select moments for command-and-control engagement. As relationships in, and mastery of, unique Markets are established, Senior Project Managers begin with a small team and limited portfolio, including allocated resources from other disciplines, expanding their influence as Projects successfully deliver the outcomes of Happy Team, Happy Customer, and at a Margin.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Oversight:

• Support project teams in planning and delivery, grounded in the TAIT Project Process
• Lead or coach development of project budgets, budget monitoring, tracking, and reporting
• Lead or coach project team check-ins, including critical evaluation of scope, schedule, and budget progress
• Guide project teams to leverage subject matter experts, Technical Leads, and Functional leaders
• Facilitate project team collaboration to overcome challenges while maintaining appropriate quality levels
• Coordinate project team resources and resolve priorities in conjunction with Functional leaders
• Ensure Local and Global leaders are aware of high risk or complexity project progress

Active Project Management:

• Perform the duties as described in the Project Manager job description
• Lead project planning and delivery, grounded in the TAIT Project Process
• Be accountable for the project team, scope, schedule, and budget

Bidding and Development:

• Represent Project Management on all assigned Bids
• Ensure accuracy and quality of Bids, based on Market best practices
• Participate in Design Development to ensure ownership of scope, schedule, and budget

Business Development and Account Management:

• Assume commercial accountability for projects and relationships, especially within specialized Markets
• Maintain and develop customer relationships, in collaboration with Business Development
• Act as Account Manager for customers that hold long standing relationships with TAIT
• Ensure customer communication is coordinated with Business Development and Market Leaders
• Maintain CRM data

Department Leadership:

• Maintain department culture and standards
• Promote best practices, innovations, successes, and lessons learned
• Lead or participate in Lessons Learned sessions for active or completed projects
• Drive or participate in departmental improvement and initiatives
• Contribute and maintain training and reference materials
• Ensure commitment to TAIT Project Process and all Department Activities
• Regularly monitor and cascade department and organisation communication

Organisational Leadership:

• Attend Organisational meetings and training
• Exhibit and promote behaviour that reflects TAIT’s Leadership and Inclusive Culture framework
• Collaborate with Project leadership and teams in all TAIT locations
• Engage cross-functionally to promote teamwork and ensure optimised processes

OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.

Management Responsibility:

• Encourage an inclusive culture that embraces TAIT Traits and Standards of Care.
• Promote a culture of safety and compliance within the organisation, ensuring a safe and organised work environment.
• Foster team members by guiding Projects and supporting individualised growth and development plans.
• Seek opportunities to provide PM and APM with new experiences, including participation in Projects with other SPM.
• Assess and evaluate employee performance, providing constructive feedback and coaching support career advancement opportunities.
• Organize and manage workflows to ensure employees understand their duties and tasks.
• Actively engage in process development and optimization to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with Functional Leaders.
• Attend and/or organise regular check-in meetings.
• Regular team and 1-on-1 meetings to provide focused support and development.
• Timesheet approval.
• Time-off approval and tracking.
• Perform assigned duties according to the policies and expectations prescribed by the company.

Competencies:

• Behavioural competencies that are critical to effective performance. Map each of these competencies to our organizational beliefs: Visionary, Ingenious, Dedicated, Together.
• Leadership: SPMs need to demonstrate strong leadership skills, including the ability to inspire and motivate their team, provide clear direction and guidance, and foster a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Communication: Effective communication is crucial for an SPM. This includes strong verbal and written communication skills, active listening, and the ability to convey information clearly and concisely to team members, clients, stakeholders, and other departments within the organization.
• Problem Solving: SPMs should be adept at identifying and solving problems that may arise during projects. They should be able to think critically, analyse situations, and make informed decisions in a timely manner to keep projects on track and overcome obstacles.
• Collaboration: Collaboration and teamwork are essential for an SPM. They should be able to work effectively with cross-functional teams, build relationships, and leverage the expertise of team members to achieve project goals.
• Adaptability: The entertainment industry is dynamic and ever-changing, so SPMs need to be adaptable and flexible in their approach. They should be able to navigate ambiguity, adjust plans when necessary, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic Thinking: SPMs should possess strategic thinking skills to contribute to the overall organizational strategy, identify opportunities for growth, and align projects with the company’s long-term goals.
• Relationship Building: Building and maintaining relationships with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders is crucial for success. SPMs should be skilled at cultivating and managing these relationships to ensure smooth project execution and long-term partnerships.
• Time Management: SPMs need to effectively manage their time and prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines and deliverables. Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask are important to ensure efficient project management.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Degree: Engineering, Technical Theatre or Live Event related field
• Experience in Entertainment or Construction industry
• Technical Theatre
• Live Event Production
• Project Management
• Construction Management
• Commercial and Contractual responsibilities
• Proven track record of managing profitable projects
• Proven ability to prioritise across multiple projects
• Intermediate (or higher) proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with Slack and Box

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws