Event Manager Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Description

We are ERock!

ERock is a leader and innovator in distributed energy. ERock has responded to long-term trends in electricity by becoming the first smart-grid supplier to US energy consumers. The company installs, operates, and integrates its highly flexible, low-cost, and quick-response distributed generation to increase reliability and stability, reduce costs and decrease carbon footprint. 

At ERock, our backup generators ensure that customers will never be without power, allowing their business to operate normally when there is an outage in the area. Our innovative approach provides customers with highly reliable, ultra-clean backup generation at a fraction of the cost of traditional backup solutions. We seek those who share our commitment to customer service, innovation, and ingenuity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the strategy, planning, and execution of field events, trade shows, and conferences that drive qualified pipeline  
• Translate campaign objectives into high-impact in-person experiences that generate meetings, leads, and opportunities  
• Build and manage the annual events calendar in alignment with vertical marketing plans and sales priorities  
• Manage end-to-end logistics including booth design, vendors, sponsorships, travel, shipping, and onsite execution  
• Lead pre- and post-event campaigns (email, paid media, outreach) to maximize attendance and follow-up conversion  
• Track and report on event performance including meetings set, pipeline influenced, and ROI  
• Own budget planning and spend management across all assigned events 
• Ensure brand consistency across all event materials, messaging, and onsite presence  
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (comms, sales, executives) to secure speakers, content, and talking points  
• Identify and implement process improvements to scale event execution and standardize playbooks  
• Travel to and manage onsite execution for key events, as needed  
• Other responsibilities as directed by supervisor

Requirements

Basic (Required) Qualifications:

• 7-8+ years of experience managing B2B events, trade shows, or field marketing programs  
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, or related field  
• Proven track record of executing events that generate pipeline and measurable business outcomes  
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously  
• Strong executive presence and ability to interact with senior stakeholders and customers  
• Detail-oriented with a bias for execution and accountability  
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with evolving priorities  
• Vendor negotiation and contract management experience 
• Proficiency with marketing automation and CRM platforms (e.g., Pardot, Salesforce)  
• Willingness to travel (up to ~50%, depending on event calendar) 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in energy, infrastructure, data center, or industrial B2B markets  
• Experience managing large-scale conferences and high-value sponsorships 

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay 
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance 
• Company-Paid Life Insurance 
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution 
• Wellness Programs and Incentives 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan & Company Match 
• Paid Time Off - Sick & Vacation Time 
• Paid Holidays 
• Hybrid Work Schedule! 

Do you have what it takes to join the ERock team? Send us your cover letter and resume today.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ERock is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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, or veteran status.

At ERock, we embrace diversity, including all the unique characteristics that make us human: race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, and education - to name a few. We understand and recognize that diverse backgrounds and perspectives strengthen our teams and our business. The foundation of our diversity efforts is closely tied to our core values specifically our value of "The Team" which includes "Mutual Respect, Openness, and Honesty."