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W.E. O'Neil Construction

Project Manager

Irvine, CA

... exhibits * Prepare comprehensive subcontractor bid packages. Capable of preparing a "apples to ... Manage the project subcontractor and supplier community, provide leadership in their project ...

Butlerarmsden

Project Manager I

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Project Manager - I Butler Armsden Architects seeks an experienced Project Manager - I to lead ... Exhibits integrity and professionalism in daily leadership and client engagement. * Provides ...

SOM

Project Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Exhibits initiative, process innovation, problem solving, and decision quality with a high ... Analyzes project reports and proactively manages the profitability of a project. * Participates ...

Bright Sky Recruiting

Survey Project Manager

Riverside, CA · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

As a Survey Project Manager, you'll work with a multi-disciplinary team on landmark projects ... Proficient in preparing legal descriptions, boundary analysis, closure calculations, and exhibits.

PENTA Building Group

Senior Project Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

A PENTA Senior Project Manager is responsible for the management and coordination of the project ... Prepare scope of work exhibits and all contract details for review. * Accurately prepare and run ...

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How much do exhibition project manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for exhibition project manager in California is $45.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.62 and $50.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an exhibition project manager?

An Exhibition Project Manager is a professional responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing exhibitions or trade shows from conception to completion. They coordinate with clients, vendors, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure all aspects of the event run smoothly, within budget, and on schedule. Their duties often include managing logistics, supervising installation and dismantling, handling budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Successful Exhibition Project Managers possess strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Their goal is to deliver engaging and effective exhibitions that meet the objectives of their clients or organizations.

What are the typical challenges faced by exhibition project managers when coordinating international exhibitions?

Exhibition Project Managers often encounter challenges such as navigating time zone differences, managing logistics for shipping materials internationally, and ensuring compliance with local regulations at various venues. Effective communication with global vendors, clients, and on-site teams is crucial to address language barriers and cultural differences. Additionally, adapting project timelines and contingency plans to accommodate unforeseen delays, such as customs issues or shipment setbacks, is a regular part of the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an exhibition project manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Exhibition Project Manager, you need strong project management skills, experience in event planning, and often a relevant degree or certification such as PMP or a background in design or marketing. Familiarity with project management software (like MS Project or Asana), budgeting tools, and CAD software for floor plans is commonly required. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills help you coordinate teams, vendors, and clients effectively. These abilities are crucial for delivering seamless exhibitions on time and within budget, ensuring client satisfaction and event success.

What is the difference between Exhibition Project Manager vs Event Coordinator?

AspectExhibition Project ManagerEvent Coordinator
CredentialsRelevant project management certifications, industry experienceEvent planning certifications, organizational skills
Work EnvironmentExhibition halls, trade shows, large-scale eventsConferences, corporate events, social gatherings
Employer & IndustryTrade show organizers, exhibition companiesEvent planning firms, corporate clients
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on managing exhibition projects from start to finishFocus on coordinating event details and logistics

The Exhibition Project Manager specializes in overseeing large-scale trade shows and exhibitions, managing logistics, vendors, and timelines. In contrast, the Event Coordinator handles the planning and execution of various events, focusing on details like venue setup and attendee experience. Both roles require strong organizational skills, but their scope and industry focus differ.

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Infographic showing various Exhibition Project Manager job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,925 per year, or $45.6 per hour.

Project Manager

W.E. O'Neil Construction

Irvine, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

The primary function of the Project Manager is to provide leadership and management for a specific construction project. The Project Manager has the responsibility for the project and project team from inception and preconstruction through completion to ensure that the project is completed to the satisfaction of all. 
The duties, responsibilities and attributes of the Project Manager typically include, but are not limited to: 
Technical Skills
  • Capable of successfully supervising a project with a project budget range of $10M - $60M, under various delivery methods, diversity in market sectors and varying complexities
  • Work closely with the Estimator during the preconstruction phase in managing the various design phases and setting the GMP and establishing the projects General Conditions
  • Work closely with the Superintendent(s) and project team in maintaining and enforcing project site safety programs
  • Make Project Cost Control a priority
  • Thoroughly review current and future Change Orders 
  • Develop all cost and budget projections
  • Constantly review and evaluate General Condition's costs
  • Compile and prepare accurate Monthly Reconciliation Reports e.) Create and maintain monthly Cash Flow Reports
  • Manage monthly pay applications and Subcontractor invoicing
  • Responsible for overall project profitability
  • Monitor project progress with Superintendent(s)
  • Work with Superintendent(s) as necessary to make schedule "course corrections" to insure project completes on time
  • Work closely with the Estimating Department during preconstruction
  • Capable of being the bridge between Estimating and Operations for your specific project
  • Partner with the Estimating Department to develop bid strategy, clarifications, and qualifications
  • Lead the preparation of project bid packages, i.e. writing scopes of work and creating all applicable exhibits
  • Prepare comprehensive subcontractor bid packages. Capable of preparing a "apples to apples" subcontractor bid analysis for the review lead Estimator, SPM and / or PX
  • Whenever applicable, assist the Design Team in making decisions that improve the opportunity for success
  • Assist Business Development with the preparation of responses to RFPs by providing technical writing, as required
  • Participate in presentations to prospective Owners
  • Promotes "Best Practices" within the WEO organization
  • Provide leadership to the project team to ensure quality control remains a priority throughout the building process
  • Ensure documentation of all claims are being properly handled to avoid litigation
  • Cash Flow Projections and Forecasting Costs
  • Train the PE and APM's on cost control measures, Change Order Requests, Invoicing, Purchase Orders and Pay Applications
  • Negotiate Change Orders with subcontractors
  • Lead the resolution of all project specific issues
  • Oversee the entire team to ensure CMiC is set up correctly, i.e. Submittal Registry, budget, etc.
  • Oversee and manage that the entire team is utilizing PlanGrid to organize all contract documents and progress photo documentation occurs on a weekly basis and get properly achieved
  • Oversee management of the Material Procurement Log to ensure timely deliveries that correspond with the projects P6 schedule
  • Manage and guide the team with regard to the contract close out process (O&M manuals, As-Builts, etc.)
  • Represent WEO at Owner, Subcontractor and coordination meetings
  • Lead weekly OAC Meetings and be viewed as the project leader with the Owner, architect, construction manager, etc.
  • Review meeting minutes for accuracy and content prior to distribution
  • Provide guidance to the team on desired format and content to best organize all closeout binders
  • Basic understanding of insurance in the construction industry and its impact on the construction agreement and subcontractor's agreement in particular indemnification language, liability and policy limits
  • Understands bonding procedures, and requirements, including payment and performance bonds, sub bonds, bonding over liens, Subguard, etc.
  • Understands the basics of Owner's Contract: AIA 101, AIA 111, AIA General Conditions agreements
  • Attend and participate in WEO Quarterly Risk Management (QRM) Trainings
  • Participate in WEO networking events
  • Participate in all PM Round Tables
  • Contribute to BD efforts, i.e. attend conferences, seminars, industry events, maintain relationships with past Owners, etc.
Management Skills
  • Ensures all administrative systems are properly set up, implemented, supervised and maintained 
    • a.)  Filing systems and document control procedures
    • b.)  General Correspondence
    • c.)  RFI / Submittal procedures and logs d.) Contract Change Order procedures e.) Subcontractor Tracking Log
    • f.)  Material tracking procedures / logs
    • g.)  Billing procedures, Owner, subcontractor and supplier h.) Project close out / punch list procedures
  • Create and maintain a positive work environment at the project jobsite
  • Promote team bonding and extracurricular activities at the project level
  • Provide the leadership, management and training to ensure all WEO project team members contribute to the successful delivery of the project
  • Delegate authority and assign supervisory responsibilities to the jobsite team
  • Manage the project subcontractor and supplier community, provide leadership in their project coordination, procurement and scheduling efforts
  • Take a leadership role in resolving project claims and disputes
  • Serve as the primary point of contact with the Owner; strive to build a positive relationship
  • Conduct performance reviews on assigned staff
  • Understand all contract requirements and deliverables. Lead and manage the project team accordingly
  • Chair project meetings, ensure meeting minutes properly reflect issues and accountabilities
  • Prepare, review and distribute Change Order Requests for all subcontractors
  • Properly forecast all costs and projected fee with the Monthly Reconciliation Report
  • Ensure the timely delivery to the jobsite of all project equipment and materials (procurement)
  • Coordinate with the project team to ensure the date subcontracts must be awarded by are in alignment with the required material on-site dates, per the P6 schedule
  • Oversee the entire submittal process with the subcontractors, PE's, SPE's, APM's and design team
  • Review the overall project schedule and 8-week look ahead schedules prior to distribution to the Subcontractors and Owner
  • Thorough understanding of CPM scheduling principles and the use of Microsoft Project or P6 scheduling software. Committed to WEO scheduling policies regarding baseline project schedule, 8-week look ahead schedules, recovery schedules, fragnets, etc.
  • Ensure the you management staff is finding conflicts in the contract documents and issuing "Request for Information" (RFI) to the appropriate party / parties in a timely manner
  • Work closely with your management team and Superintendent(s) to find practical solutions to field problems or conflicts found in the contract documents prior to issuing RFI's
  • Partner with the Project Superintendent(s) in providing safety orientation to all field workers prior to their start of work on site
  • Assist the Project Superintendent(s) with generating and issuing incident reports
  • Partner with the Project Superintendent(s) to ensure all Injury and Illness Prevention Plans (IIPP) documents have been submitted by all subcontractors
  • Partner with the Project Superintendent(s) to ensure all Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) plans have been submitted by all subcontractors, as needed
  • Partner with the Project Superintendent(s) to create the first draft of the projects Site Specific Quality Plan (SSQP)
  • Partner with the Project Superintendent(s) to schedule all pre-installation meetings
  • Oversee and manage the weekly Building Information Modeling (BIM) meetings to achieve a set of "clash free" documents for all MEPF trades
  • Work closely with your project management team to develop an Owner training schedule, which shows when all applicable subcontractors will provide training to the Owner
  • Ensure that all video recording for training has been completed and all training videos have been formally transmitted to the Owner, as part of our close out package
  • Oversee and manage the punch list process working closely with your project management staff and Superintendent(s) to ensure we are 100% complete with all punch list items within 30-days of projects turnover / C of O
  • Participate in initial and / or acceptance walks with the Architect / Owner, as needed
Personal Attributes
  • Effective written and verbal language communication skills
  • Takes initiative, strives for increased responsibility and has a desire to learn
  • Shows emotional maturity, punctuality and dependability
  • Motivate and contribute to the teamwork / morale of the project team
  • Shows the desire and willingness to progress to the Senior Project Manager role and responsibilities
Interpersonal Skills
  • Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all (Owner, design professionals, various WEO departments, WEO project team, inspectors, and subcontractors)
  • Show alignment with and promotes WEO Corporate Values
  • See that all company policies are administered in a fair and consistent manner
  • Participate in on-boarding and training for those you are supervising
  • Involvement with the various WEO committees and part of establishing procedures and policies
  • Mentor, coach and train as necessary to help subordinates achieve their career objectives
 
Qualifications: 
Four-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or equivalent experience in a related field and a minimum of 7-10 years of relevant project management experience, as an Assistant Project Engineer, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager or equivalent
 
Proficiency in basic computer skills (MS Word, Outlook, etc.) 
Advanced understanding of scheduling, CMiC and Excel applications
Advanced understanding of construction administration processes, including contracts, construction documents, schedules, RFIs, submittals and material procurement

Advanced proficiency in P6 and CMiC applications Demonstrated ability to lead and manage
Demonstrated understanding of the importance of relationship building 
Effective oral and written communication skills
Well developed and proven negotiation skills
Well developed time management and organization skills
 
Proficiency in Microsoft Project or P6 Scheduling Software and Project Management Software, such as Prolog, Viewpoint, CMiC or equivalent applications. With experience, using daily software tools, such as Bluebeam, Plan Grid, Safety Mojo, BIM 360 Glue, etc.

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various construction delivery methods, various market sectors, the construction administration process, building trades, technical aspects of construction including means and methods, materials, building systems, planning, scheduling, estimating, owner and architect relations

Completion of OSHA 30-Hour Safety Course 
First Aid and CPR certified
  • 100% ESOP
  • Competitive Pay
  • Bonus Program
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • PTO/Sick
  • 100% Life Insurance
  • 401(K) with Match
  • Student Debt Program

Physical Demands: 
Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk and hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment: 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud.

These are considered the core responsibilities of the position. Employees are encouraged to reach beyond their current responsibilities in an effort to foster professional growth, but only as they are able to remain accountable for their core responsibilities.
Equal Employment:

W.E. O'Neil is committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

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