FT Contract Project Manager, Events (Boston)

Full-Time | Contract | Hybrid - Boston/MA Based - 3 Days in Office
Availability: April - November 2026

Our client is seeking an experienced Event Project Manager to support internal and client-facing events and conferences. This role is responsible for full lifecycle event planning and execution across virtual, in-person, and hybrid formats. The Event Project Manager will deliver exceptional client service through strong project management, financial oversight, creative problem-solving, and seamless execution. 

Why You’ll Love This Role:

You will love this role because it offers the opportunity to take full ownership of high-impact events from concept to completion while collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders. This position provides the perfect balance of strategic planning and hands-on execution, allowing a driven event professional to showcase creativity, negotiation skills, and operational excellence. With exposure to executive-level programs, diverse event formats, and both domestic and international travel, this role offers variety, visibility, and the satisfaction of delivering meaningful experiences that leave a lasting impression on clients and attendees.

What You’ll Do:

As the Event Project Manager you will: 

  • Lead full life-cycle planning and execution of multiple events (virtual, in-person, and hybrid). 

  • Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and production schedules. 

  • Oversee financial management including budget development, expense tracking, invoice processing, reconciliation, and final reporting. 

  • Source, negotiate, and manage contracts with venues and suppliers. 

  • Coordinate registration, food and beverage, transportation, accommodations, entertainment, gifts, audio/visual, webcasts, staging, and speaker management. 

  • Collaborate with Marketing, Production, Event Technology, Data, Legal, and Compliance teams to ensure successful event delivery. 

  • Manage virtual event platforms including timelines, invitations, communications, and stakeholder coordination. 

  • Travel for site inspections and provide on-site management for live events. 

  • Conduct post-event reconciliation, reporting, and client debriefs to support continuous improvement. 

  • Ensure adherence to client standards, compliance requirements, and risk guidelines. 

Apply today if you are a motivated, detail-oriented, and strategic event professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and values relationship building, innovation, and exellence in delivery.

Hiring Process

1

Share Your Interest in the Position
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2

Complete Your Soundings Thrive Profile
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3

Receive an Update from Soundings
Our team will review your information and let you know your status.

4

If You Move Forward
Next steps may include a skills-based interview with Soundings, interviews with the client, and reference checks.

5

Job Offer
Final candidates will receive a formal offer directly from the client. 




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