Events Project Manager

Events Project Manager Success Profile 

Wavetronix, the global leader in radar-based vehicle detection technologies, is seeking an Event Project Manager who will work as part of the Events team to build community and connections through meaningful member-focused events. The right individual for this role will have a people first mentality focusing on hospitality, human connection and strengthening relationships through meaningful activities. They will have a proven record of establishing systems and processes that help ensure successful event execution and minimize the negative impact on staff. They will have the ability to work on a team, collaborating to consistently elevate the experience.  He or she will interface with personnel across the company to plan and manage the annual calendar of member events, own project timelines, coordinate tasks across multiple implementation teams, coordinate the event details, manage budgets and vendor relationships, and bring intention and detail to each event during its execution. 

A successful Event Project Manager will accomplish the following: 

By the end of the first 6 months: 

• Build strong relationships with members in the Hobble Creek Living group. 

• Build strong relationships across functional groups, e.g. Jupiter Culinary and the Downtown team. 

• Support in leading a festival event with support from Stockwell’s, Jupiter, and Facilities. 

• Track and report expenses for a festival event. 

• Work with Hobble Creek Downtown to create a successful setup and take down plan. 

• Assist in decorating a themed room for a CYCON event. 

By the end of the first year: 

• Successfully lead a festival event from start to finish. 

• Develop event implementation plans that are clear, concise, and easy to follow for all Wavetronix events. 

• Develop strategies to continue to scale events to larger audiences. 

• Continue to find ways to improve our processes and maximize the experience. 

Required Experience & Competencies 

• A singular focus on the connection between experience, people, and community. 

• 3–5 years of experience in planning and executing events, preferably corporate, nonprofit, or hospitality setting. 

• Experience in managing the full lifecycle of events–including budgeting, vendor coordination, logistics, and stakeholder communication. 

• Proven experience in establishing and practicing systems and processes that reduce workload and achieve desired outcomes. 

• Collaborate actively in a team-oriented environment to accomplish shared goals and cross-function initiatives. 

• Communicate proactively and professionally with team members and managers to share updates, resolve issues, and ensure alignment. 

• Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance personal growth, improve role-related skills, and contribute to team success. 

• Perform other duties, tasks, and responsibilities as listed in GlassFrog. 

• Support other teams as assigned that may fall outside the essential duties and responsibilities of the role. 

Desired Experience and Competencies 

• Industry certifications such as Certified Meeting Professional or Certified Special Events Professional 

Wavetronix’ purpose is to enable rewarding careers and foster personal development. Today, we meet that purpose by creating innovative technologies that make the world’s roads safer and more efficient. Our core values are People First, Innovation Driven, and Growth Mindset. We lead with insight and innovation; seek out, embrace, and solve difficult challenges; and strive to change the way our customers approach their problems. As a result, we have enjoyed strong growth over the last 20+ years. We continue to invest in long-term growth, creating even more opportunities. 

If you share our values and have the education and experience to help us create the most talented workforce in the traffic radar industry, we encourage you to apply. 

Wavetronix is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer.