Project Foreman

Job Summary

World of Illumination (WOI) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Event Foreman to lead the installation and teardown of WOI's renowned Holiday Drive-Through Light Shows. This role is responsible for overseeing all phases of event install and breakdown, ensuring strict adherence to safety standards, timelines, and quality expectations. The Event Foreman will manage an installation/teardown crew, coordinate with vendors, and serve as the primary on-site point of contact, ensuring seamless operations from start to finish.

This is a fast-paced, outdoor role that calls for strong leadership, sound judgment under pressure, and the ability to keep a crew moving in a busy environment. If you're passionate about bringing the holiday spirit to life and take pride in leading hands-on teams, we'd love for you to help us build these unforgettable seasonal experiences.

Responsibilities

Installation & Teardown Oversight

• Lead and supervise the installation and teardown process for WOI's drive-through light shows, ensuring all activities are completed on time and in accordance with plans and safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with your supervisor and design team to review blueprints, guides, and schedules before installation to ensure full preparation and coordination.
• Manage the unloading of materials, assembly of structures, distribution of power and data lines, and all aspects of scenery and technical setup.
• Maintain strict adherence to all safety protocols, ensuring the crew operates in a safe and compliant manner at all times.
• Ensure the proper handling of assets, tools, and equipment, enforcing inventory control procedures and overseeing the organization of work areas.

Team Management & Training

• Manage and lead a temporary installation crew, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and providing ongoing feedback to ensure high standards of workmanship.
• Conduct daily briefings to outline goals, safety procedures, and daily tasks, fostering clear communication and team alignment.
• Train crew members on specific installation and teardown procedures, ensuring consistency and efficiency.
• Provide performance feedback, enforcing accountability and addressing any non-compliance or substandard performance.

Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination

• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for vendors, ensuring they understand access points, logistics, schedules, and equipment placement.
• Oversee all vendor activities to ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards, escalating issues to your supervisor if necessary.
• Liaise with site inspectors, collaborating with internal teams to address any concerns or compliance issues during setup and teardown.

Administrative & Reporting Duties

• Ensure all required documentation, including progress reports, inventory logs, and timesheets, are completed accurately and on time.
• Communicate effectively via email, Slack, and project management software (such as Monday.com), ensuring the flow of information between teams is seamless.
• Provide daily progress updates to the Operations Manager, highlighting any issues or areas for improvement.

Post-Event Teardown & Site Restoration

• Lead the teardown process, ensuring all equipment is packed safely, labeled, and prepared for transportation according to company guidelines.
• Ensure the site is cleared of debris, trash, or materials and restored to its original condition, meeting any venue-specific requirements.
• Conduct a final inventory of all assets and materials to ensure nothing is missing or damaged.

Show Technician Responsibilities (If Needed)

• As part of event staff, the Event Foreman may also serve as a Show Technician, overseeing technical elements of the show during operations.
• Monitor and troubleshoot technical aspects of the show, including lighting, sound, and special effects, ensuring smooth performance and immediate resolution of issues.
• Work with the technical team to ensure that all equipment is maintained, repaired as needed, and fully operational throughout the event.

Pay: $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Application Question(s):

• Are you available for Training in Arizona from October 14th - October 15th (company-paid)?
• What is your level of experience with project management, building and installing structures and scenic displays, and working with truss systems?
• Are you fully available from 10/21 - 11/6?
• Can you successfully pass a background check?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28