Director, Project Management

About Sodexo Live!

At Sodexo Live!, we take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet and creating lasting memories for fans, visitors, guests and team members. Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. Here, you'll build a career where 'everyday' is anything but normal.

Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring your personality, your background and your desire to delight others. In return, we'll give you all you need to thrive. After giving it all, you'll return home knowing that you've played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.

Location

We are seeking a Director, Project Management for the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in Alexandria, VA.

Unit Description

The US Patent & Trademark Office is headquartered in Alexandria, VA is the federal agency for granting U.S. patents and registering trademarks. The USPTO advises the President of the United States, Secretary of Commerce and the U.S. Government agencies on intellectual property policy, protection, and enforcement.

Job Overview

The Director, Project Management is a client‑facing leadership role responsible for overseeing event operations across the USPTO campus. This role ensures seamless delivery of in‑person and virtual events by directing operational strategy, managing technical teams, and maintaining the highest standards of audiovisual and collaborative technologies.This position provides direct supervision to a team of up to six AV Managers and holds full accountability for the planning, execution, technical performance, and client satisfaction of event services. The Director, Project Management partners closely with internal stakeholders, subcontractors, and clients to ensure all events are accessible, technologically sound, and executed with excellence.

Qualifications/Skills

• Minimum of 5 years' experience with progressive responsibility within the event management, conference services, or professional audiovisual industry.
• Extensive and current knowledge in the design, operation and maintenance of audio-visual equipment and systems.
• Extensive current knowledge & operation of various streaming and collaborative technologies including, but not limited to Cisco WebEx, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and VBrick Rev; as well as video teleconferencing formats.
• Extensive knowledge of event management software systems.
• 5 years' experience in managing administrative and technical teams, both internal and subcontractors in long term projects and daily functions.
• Knowledge and experience in ensuring relevant events meet Section 508 Compliance Accessibility Standards.
• Knowledge of current design software, including vector editing (Adobe Illustrator), page layout (Adobe InDesign), animation and interactivity (Flash, jQuery, PopCharts, Director), and video-editing software (Adobe Premiere, Final Cut).
• Knowledge of professional production hardware interfaces such as Crestron control systems, TriCaster and Ross production switchers, Panasonic cinema, Sony HDC & PTZ cameras & controllers, Allen & Heath iLive, SSL System T, Avid Venue audio consoles, and other small platform audio consoles/mixers.

Other Requirements

• Able to work effectively and safely while subject to wet floors, temperature extremes and excessive noise; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in weight; must be able to maneuver in an often tightly-quartered environment.
• Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.

Why Join Sodexo Live!?

At Sodexo Live!, we're proud to be experience makers, creating unforgettable moments for people across a wide range of industries and events. We bring that same commitment to our team members by offering a comprehensive benefits package that begins on day one, additional benefits include:

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• Identity Theft Protection
• Adoption Assistance