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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for convention bureau in the United States is $58,700.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Convention Bureau is an organization that promotes a city or region as a destination for conventions, meetings, and events. Their main role is to attract business tourism by assisting event planners with information, venue selection, logistics, and local services. Convention Bureaus often work closely with hotels, venues, tourism boards, and local government to ensure events run smoothly. They also provide marketing support and can help negotiate rates and services for large groups. Their services are typically free to event organizers, as they are funded by local governments or tourism stakeholders.

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To thrive as a Convention Bureau Manager, you need expertise in event planning, hospitality management, and business development, often supported by a degree in tourism, hospitality, or a related field. Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) software, event management platforms, and destination marketing tools is common in this role. Excellent interpersonal skills, negotiation abilities, and creative problem-solving help build strong partnerships and ensure client satisfaction. These competencies are vital for attracting major events, driving tourism, and delivering successful conventions that benefit the local economy.

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Professionals in a Convention Bureau often encounter challenges such as managing tight event timelines, balancing the needs of diverse stakeholders (including event organizers, local businesses, and government bodies), and staying updated with the latest trends in event management and tourism. Effective communication, strong organizational skills, and proactive problem-solving are essential to overcoming these obstacles. Additionally, fostering collaborative relationships with local partners and maintaining flexibility in planning can help ensure successful outcomes for both clients and the destination.
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Infographic showing various Convention Bureau job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,700 per year, or $28.2 per hour.

Marine Surveyor (Plan Approval Surveyor)

Bureau Veritas

On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago


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Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Job description

Your career is about more than building a resume - it's a chance to Leave Your Mark.

Want to be a part of a fabulous team?
As we continue to develop Marine & Offshore activities, we are delighted to offer a unique opportunity to join our organisation as Position title for XXX operations. Position is located within our City office in Country and you will be welcomed in a supportive and collaborative learning environment.

MARINE SURVEYOR (PLAN APPROVAL SURVEYOR)

 

Location: Houston, Texas, US

Type of contract: Permanent Posting

Date: Mar 25, 2026

Job offer reference: 205676

Your career is about more than building a resume - it's a chance to Leave Your Mark.

Want to be a part of a fabulous team? As we continue to develop Marine & Offshore activities, we are delighted to offer a unique opportunity to join our organization as Marine Surveyor - Plan Approval Surveyor for operations. Position is located within our Houston office in the United States and you will be welcomed in a supportive and collaborative learning environment.

Marine Surveyor (Plan Approval Surveyor): Bureau Veritas Marine, Inc. (Houston, TX) seeks Marine Surveyor (Plan Approval Surveyor) to review and validate drawings and calculations of marine and offshore machinery systems and equipment within the limits of the applicable rules, regulations, and plan approval office delegations. Provide technical l support to local Surveyors and Ship-owners within the context of the applicable Class Rules and Statutory Regulations.  Provide technical support in matters related to BV Rules and Regulations (BV Quality System, Code of Ethics, and BV Group policy), National or International Regulations, and occupational health, safety, and welfare policies. Support continuous development of review and validation procedures. Attend meetings and workshops with clients. Prepare reports, time-sheets, account details and other information for further processing.

Requirements: Master's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a closely-related field, and two (2) years of experience in the marine industry, which must include application of the following: review and validate marine systems and equipment technology in shipping for commercial vessels and offshore units. Apply common marine vessel industry regulations and standards, International Maritime Organization (IMO) such as: the International Convention for the Safety Of Life At Sea (SOLAS), the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL), the International Convention on Load Lines (ICLL), the International Code of the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC Code), the International Code of Safety for Ships using Gases or other Low-flashpoint Fuels (IGF Code)and classification society rules for commercial vessels and offshore units. Analyze and apply the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) standards, unified interpretations (UI) and unified requirements (UR), to cargo-carrying and passengers ships.

SHAPING A WORLD OF TRUST - WHAT WE VALUE AT BV
Join us to share our passion for the maritime world!
We create trust between businesses and we are committed to cultivating an open and inclusive environment wherever we operate and so do our employees. Being part of the Bureau Veritas family is more than just working, it's being convinced that you will leave your mark.... in shaping a world of trust.


We are committed to our Absolutes: Safety, Ethics, and Financial Control. Our Values-Trusted, Responsible, Ambitious & Humble, Open & Inclusive-are at the core of everything we do.


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