Senior Project Manager & Team Lead

Who We Are. “The Rockstars Behind the Curtain”

We’re a cross-cultural team of doers, dreamers, and problem-solvers. With roots in thirteen nations and ten languages, our diversity fuels bold ideas and creative thinking.

Agile and open by design, we challenge the status quo, improve what’s outdated, and constantly reinvent together.

We take a hands-on approach, push past conventions, and support each other every step of the way. There’s no “I” in team and we like it that way.

Based in Paris, Effretikon, Basel, Hong Kong, and Miami, we operate as one.

We act as general contractors for national and international fairs delivering complex projects across production, operations, and logistics with precision and impact.

We don’t just manage challenges, We thrive in them.

Your Responsibilities

As Senior Project Manager & Team Lead, you are responsible for the successful planning, execution, and monitoring of exhibition stand construction projects while managing a local team of up to six members. You will ensure that projects deliver high-quality outcomes, remain on budget, and exceed customer expectations.

This role combines hands-on project management with people leadership, making it pivotal in shaping both fair execution and team culture.

Project & Team Management

• Defines project goals and requirements in close coordination with the customer
• Creates a detailed project plan that includes milestones, budgets, and resource allocations
• Determines schedules and dates for the entire trade fair construction process, responsible for budgeting and controlling project finances
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and manage risk
• Assembling and leading a multidisciplinary team consisting of designers, architects, site managers and other professionals.
• Working closely with the clients to understand their needs and expectations and ensure that the project meets them

Supplier Management

• Selection and negotiation with trade fair construction companies and other suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality standards
• Identify potential risks in the project and develop risk mitigation plans
• Solving problems and managing crises in case unexpected difficulties arise
• Ensuring that the exhibition stands and exhibitions meet the quality standards and design specifications
• Ensuring compliance with all government regulations and requirements, especially those related to safety and environmental protection

Sustainability & Continuous Improvement

• Promote the use of sustainable materials and practices in collaboration with supply chain and production teams
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and streamline supplier interactions

Line Manager

• Manage local team of up to 6 team members
• Conduct regular 1:1s, team meetings, and performance reviews to ensure clarity on goals and responsibilities
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and development opportunities to support team members’ growth and career progression
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance team culture
• Ensure adherence to company policies, compliance requirements, and health & safety standards

Your Profile

• Experience: 7+ years in exhibition, event production, project management, or architectural/structural build projects, including team leadership responsibilities
• Leadership ability: Proven track record in managing and developing teams, fostering collaboration, and driving performance
• Technical knowledge: Understanding of trade fair construction, temporary structures, and budget management
• Project expertise: Skilled in project planning, supplier negotiation, and risk management under tight deadlines
• Strategic mindset: Ability to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure continuous improvement
• Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams); AutoCAD familiarity is a plus; ERP exposure (e.g., IFS) advantageous
• Communication: Outstanding interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to inspire diverse teams and engage clients confidently
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel internationally (up tp 3 fairs/year) over the whole year in Europe, USA, Asia, as well as occasional project-related weekend work
• Languages: English fluency required; German highly valued (especially for Basel Fair); French or Arabic are pluses