Account Manager, Exhibits, Remote

Salary:	$70K-$75K
Location:	Remote, Houston (on-site), Midwest (on-site)
Type:	Full-Time On-Site Remote
Position:	Account Manager

Emerge XP is partnering with an established exhibit industry organization seeking an experienced Account Manager to support the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of trade show exhibit programs.  Working closely with Account Executives, Project Management, Production, and Logistics, this position plays a critical role in keeping projects organized, information moving, and client expectations aligned from initial planning through show completion.

The ideal candidate brings strong exhibit industry experience, exceptional attention to detail, and the confidence to make decisions, anticipate challenges, and keep multiple projects moving forward.

Why This Role

This opportunity is well suited for an Account Manager who understands the many moving parts behind a successful trade show program and enjoys bringing them together.  You'll work across departments, take ownership of important project details, and have a direct impact on the quality of execution and the overall client experience. It's a role for someone who values strong relationships, understands the importance of getting the details right, and can navigate the pace and complexity of the exhibit industry.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Account Executives throughout the sales, planning, and delivery process to ensure successful project execution.
• Prepare project estimates, show service budgets, and supporting information for client proposals.
• Coordinate project kickoff meetings, communicate requirements, and assign responsibilities across internal departments.
• Prepare detailed production and warehouse work orders, ensuring specifications, documentation, and approved files are complete and accurate.
• Coordinate show services, including installation and dismantle labor, electrical, material handling, and other onsite requirements.
• Research event-specific rules, deadlines, and regulations to ensure projects meet show requirements.
• Maintain accurate client inventory records, project documentation, and related information throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project updates, change orders, and evolving requirements while keeping Account Executives and internal departments informed.
• Provide traveling supervisors and onsite personnel with complete project information to support successful installation and dismantle.
• Monitor project costs, review post-show financial performance, and support established margin objectives.
• Coordinate post-show follow-up, including the return and reconciliation of client-owned exhibit properties.
• Collaborate with fellow Account Managers and internal support teams to maintain consistent service and project delivery.

Requirements

• Previous account management or project coordination experience within the trade show exhibit industry, experiential marketing, or related event production.
• Strong understanding of exhibit production processes, show services, logistics, and installation and dismantle requirements.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship-management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and demanding deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate challenges, evaluate options, and make sound decisions.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy across estimates, documentation, inventory, and project requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort working with project management and inventory tracking systems.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities, and collaborate effectively across departments.
• Flexibility to accommodate changing project demands and the scheduling requirements of the trade show industry.