Events Manager

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives and coordinate event-focused programs in Oakdale, Pennsylvania. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can balance formal project governance with agile execution while keeping stakeholders aligned and deliverables on track. The role requires a strong organizer who can manage timelines, facilitate collaboration across teams, and support successful corporate, community, and charitable events.

Responsibilities:
• Lead project planning efforts by defining scope, milestones, timelines, and ownership across multiple workstreams.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to coordinate activities, resolve roadblocks, and maintain momentum throughout the project lifecycle.
• Apply structured project management practices to monitor progress, manage risks, and communicate status updates to stakeholders.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies and support scrum-based delivery approaches when projects require iterative planning and execution.
• Oversee the coordination of corporate, community, and charity events, ensuring logistics, schedules, and resources are organized effectively.
• Build and maintain project documentation, including plans, action logs, meeting notes, and follow-up items.
• Track dependencies and priorities across concurrent initiatives to help teams meet deadlines and business objectives.
• Support stakeholder meetings by preparing agendas, aligning participants, and driving clear next steps and accountability.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience managing projects in a formal project management environment.
• Strong ability to lead cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• PMP certification or comparable project management credential is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies with the ability to apply them in practical settings.
• Experience coordinating events such as corporate programs, community activities, or charitable initiatives.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage timelines, documentation, and deliverables with a high level of accuracy and follow-through.

Compensation

Based on experience

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