Trigger House LLC Fabrication Project Manager Portsmouth, NH · Full time Company website

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We are a creatively driven marketing agency specializing in experiential engagement.

Our approach combines insight-driven, strategic creativity with top-tier project management and in-house production services to deliver unforgettable brand experiences. By connecting brands with their target audiences through immersive, impactful moments, we create lasting connections.

At the heart of our work are TRIGGER(MOMENTS—powerful, defining moments that shape experiences. We live to concept, design, produce, and share these moments on behalf of the brands we collaborate with, making each interaction meaningful and memorable.

The Fabrication Project Manager seamlessly directs personnel, schedules, finances, suppliers, and materials while maintaining clear communication across internal departments and external partners. Excelling in this position requires consistently delivering outstanding project oversight while embodying the foundational principles that define our collaborative approach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Fabrication Manager (FM) to process incoming RFPs, organize information, and identify missing details from the team.
• Lead project planning efforts, including budgeting (research and sourcing), timeline development, and client-facing presentations.
• Act as the primary liaison with clients regarding budget parameters, project updates, and progress milestones.
• Manage internal and external communication flow, sharing critical updates on deadlines, progress photos, and print files.
• Maintain project visibility through the job board, supporting the Fabrication Manager with workflow planning and prioritization. 
• Maintain rigorous quality control throughout the fabrication process and handle material sourcing.
• Coordinate third-party scheduling, orders, and logistics for installations and setups.
• Negotiate with vendors to find savings and program efficiencies.
• Proactively identify project risks, scheduling conflicts, cost concerns, and production challenges and drive practical solutions.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including timelines, approvals, costs, labor hours, print files, and progress documentation.
• Participate in project and production meetings and ensure clear communication, accountability, and follow-through across teams.
• Manage expectations and communications with account and project managers, providing timely updates on assigned project responsibilities and deliverables. 
• Travel to event and installation sites as needed to support execution, troubleshooting, and successful project delivery.
• Identify opportunities to improve fabrication workflows, vendor relationships, cost efficiencies, and overall operations.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong understanding of fabrication materials, construction methods, production processes, and installation requirements.
• Experience managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Strong organizational and project-management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience with project budgeting, estimating, sourcing, labor tracking, and cost reconciliation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to interpret creative concepts, drawings, specifications, and production requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to travel and work extended or nontraditional hours when project schedules require.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable taking ownership.
• Sound judgment with the ability to anticipate challenges and make practical decisions.
• Adaptable and resilient when priorities, schedules, or project requirements change.
• Open to feedback and committed to high standards, accountability, and quality.
• Experience in experiential marketing, scenic fabrication, custom builds, events, or a related environment preferred.

Trigger House LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.