Project Manager

Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and client-focused Project Manager / Key Account Manager to lead event projects and manage client relationships at Sela Consult. The role combines end-to-end project management with key account management, ensuring that each client’s vision is brought to life seamlessly while maintaining strong professional relationships. The Project Manager will handle up to four events simultaneously, overseeing everything from budgeting and vendor coordination to design implementation and event-day execution, while also serving as the primary point of contact for the respective clients throughout the process. Key Responsibilities Client & Key Account Management • Serve as the primary contact for assigned clients (up to 4 events at a time). • New client onboarding across platforms, Whatsapp, Website, Calls etc. • Ensuring fast response in the whatsapp group, no matter the time, a simple well received or noted suffices till office hours. • Manage client expectations by providing professional responses & updates real time. • Conduct regular check-ins and planning sessions to align on event progress. • Act as the client’s representative during the event & decor implementatio, ensuring their vision is fully realized. • If it's a wedding/birthday, you will also be at the beck & call of the bride/celebrant, sourcing, fittings & all. • Work closely with the CE on content creation & marketing Project Planning & Budgeting • Develop and manage detailed project budgets with clients, ensuring financial discipline. • Create project timelines and allocate resources effectively across multiple events. • Coordinate with internal teams, artisans and CE to bring creative concepts to execution. • Oversee venue sourcing, vendor selection, negotiation, and booking. Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination • Organize and lead vendor meetings for each project. • Negotiate contracts, track deliverables. • Maintain a reliable network of vendors, artisans and service providers. • Resolve vendor/client conflicts to ensure seamless service delivery. Event Execution & Delivery • Supervise the full event-day operations as scheduled. • Oversee design implementation, venue styling, and décor setup. • Coordinate on-site logistics, vendor performance, and event flow. • Handle last-minute issues with professionalism and efficiency. • Conduct post-event evaluations and prepare closure reports. Key Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, or related field or Event Industry Experience). • 3 years’ experience in event project management and client account management. • Proven ability to manage multiple events (up to 4 simultaneously). • Strong knowledge of event logistics, vendor contracts, and production timelines. • Excellent budgeting, negotiation, and vendor management skills. • Exceptional communication and client relationship management skills. • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. • Calm, solution-oriented, and professional under pressure. • Proficiency in MS Office/Google Workspace and project management tools. Working Hours • Flexible (with evenings and weekends required based on event schedules. • Must be available for site inspections, vendor meetings, and full-day event execution. • Six days a week, 4 days in office & 2 days hybrid (you will need to be in office six days a week when we have events) otherwise 2 days can be remote aside event periods. Remuneration Based on current industry trends