Project Manager Rigging Planning

About Us The Freeman Company is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’s largest network of experts, The Freeman Company's insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 99-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter. Summary The Project Manager - Rigging Planning is responsible for the coordination of all overhead rigging, sign hanging, and associated electrical requirements for produced events. This position serves as the primary liaison between Project Design and Rigging. The primary function of the Project Manager – Rigging Planning is to be an in-house position to assist with estimating and technical drawings for all aspects of overhead work. Additionally, this position will go to show site to assist when needed. This position will support our Unified Rigging group on the Audio Visual Production team. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show-site 2-3 days per week. The ideal candidate will be based out of any of the following locations: Dallas, TX San Antonio, TX Houston, TX Austin, TX Orlando, FL Essential Duties & Responsibilities Creates and maintains show files/show kits to ensure completion of required documentation Engineers rigging and fulfills orders for overhead work enterprise wide in appropriatate systems Works with the clients to gather specifications and enter into the appropriate systems Creates completely engineered rigging drawings with point loads and associated paperwork Assists with creating estimates for clients Create training material and training of Project Manager – Rigging Logistics position Creates packaged pre-work to hand off to show site personnel Create and Test new processes and procedures Assist with Scheduling of Project Manager – Rigging Logistics position Performs other duties as assigned Education & Experience High School Diploma or equivalent required Minimum 4 years experience in Overhead Rigging is preferred Proficient in MS Office suite Proficient with Google Sheets & Google Docs Familiarity with exposition work tickets preferred Familiarity with local union jurisdictions and rules preferred Technical overhead rigging training required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations ETCP Certified Arena Rigger is preferred Travel Requirements Travel up to 25% What We Offer The Freeman Company provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions. Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Paid Parental Leave Life, Accident and Disability Retirement with Company Match Paid Time Off Diversity Commitment At The Freeman Company, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr FREEMAN