EXHIBITS PROJECT MANAGER - Boston Children’s Museum : Job Details

The Exhibits Project Manager (EPM), as a member of the exhibits team, is responsible for overseeing the planning, logistics, and completion of high-quality, educational, fun, and engaging exhibits projects from conception through fabrication and installation. Projects supported by the EPM range from changes across a full gallery (up to 4,000 sq ft) and larger-scale temporary exhibits, to smaller sections of existing exhibits or specific exhibit components. The EPM reports to the Senior Director of Exhibits and works in collaboration with other team members to meet exhibit project goals on time, on budget, and in keeping with the educational philosophies of the Museum. For some initiatives, the EPM will lead teams of colleagues to accomplish stated goals or liaise with contractors, while for other initiatives, the EPM might serve as a team member working alongside colleagues.

The EPM will also help with content development, researching subjects and ideas that are intended to be included in exhibit spaces and components. Types of content to be researched could include subjects such as specific aspects of STEM exploration, music and performing arts, culture and identity-based education, gross motor opportunities that are developmentally appropriate for a specific age, or literacy and language development strategies, among others. Working in close collaboration with other exhibit team colleagues, the EPM will support distillation of content research into exhibit designs and labels in support of stated experience goals. The anticipated time spent on these aspects of work is 75% exhibit project management, 25% exhibit content development. The ideal EPM will have demonstrated ability to set and execute timelines, create and stay on budgets, coordinate complex projects with multiple vendors, motivate colleagues, and synthesize information.

Responsibilities

• Be an active member of a team creating engaging, fun, and interactive exhibit experiences for children, caregivers, and educators, for use inside and outside of the Museum. This includes, but is not limited to:
  • Coordinate the exhibit process and all team members from development through design , fabrication, installation, evaluation, and remediation, keeping team members informed and engaged throughout.
  • Develop systems to track, monitor, and revise each project's timeline and development/design plan, including setting schedules, to-do lists, staff assignments, and milestones and deadlines.
  • Support the contracting of outside vendors (including fabricators, designers, architects, builders, engineers, and others), managing, as needed, the RFP and selection process, contracting for required services, and overseeing the process through deliverables.
  • Support the sourcing of materials and hardware from manufacturers and distributors.
  • Develop and manage exhibit project budgets.
  • Participate in teams to help conceptualize new exhibit components, and translate overall concepts and experience goals into engaging exhibit experiences.
  • Delve into a wide variety of subject matter related to a specific exhibit or component; translate research into experience goals, main messages, and text for the development process.
  • Manage recruitment and coordination of external participants, partners, and community organizations who support exhibit development and design.
  • Motivate staff and external partners to help execute vision for the exhibit and deliver a high-quality product.
  • Communicate information about team initiatives to appropriate staff within the Museum, including Visitor Experience staff, and to external audiences (funders, community partners, etc.).
  • Work with manager and other team members to implement exhibit approaches that align with the Museum's strategic plans.
  • Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (if applicable)

• College degree preferred, in education, design, or project management, or related experience

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Experience overseeing the development and production of educational exhibits or environments for children ages 0 – 10, on-time and on-budget.
• A minimum of 7 years of work experience is required, with at least 5 years project management experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with diverse, intergenerational audiences, in an energetic, friendly, outgoing, and professional manner.
• Familiarity with reading design drawings and an understanding of materials and techniques used in the fabrication of experiences for children.
• Proficiency with project management tools and software (Google Suite, Microsoft Office, including Project, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience and ability to form, motivate, and manage teams of colleagues and external contractors.
• Experience with and ability to network and forge successful collaborations with educators, designers, fabricators, community partners, and more.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong ability to present to large groups.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Physical Demands: Frequently stand/walk, sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, and use a telephone. Occasionally kneel/crawl, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, and grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 21-40 pounds.

Work Environment: Ability to work in a lively, often noisy, and sometimes crowded environment with the public and with young children.

Other Factors: Work is performed routinely within the Museum setting, but on occasion may require work performed outside.

(Benefits eligibility is based on regular weekly hours per week)

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Up to 12 Sick days
• Mass Earn Sick Time
• Up to 10 Vacation days
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Qualified Transportation Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• American Alliance Museum Access
• New England Museum Association Access
• Free Admission to 100+ Museums

About

OUR MISSION

Boston Children's Museum engages children and families in joyful discovery experiences that instill an appreciation of our world, develop foundational skills, and spark a lifelong love of learning.

OUR VISION

Boston Children's Museum is a welcoming, imaginative, child-centered learning environment that supports diverse families in nurturing their children's creativity and curiosity. We promote the healthy development of all children so they will fulfill their potential and contribute to our collective well-being and future prosperity.

OUR VALUES

Creativity. Respect. Excellence. Accountability. Thoughtfulness. Equity.

Boston Children's Museum is a curious, experimental, and creative learning organization. We have a child and family-centered focus, welcoming and respecting all Museum audiences. We collaborate and show mutual respect and support for our colleagues. We recognize that each person has equal, intrinsic worth and deserves to be treated with dignity. We are a culture that innovates, changes, and pushes boundaries to keep the museum relevant. We are responsible to each other and strive to keep our commitments to our colleagues. We commit to high ethical standards. We recognize the importance of work-life balance, respecting the importance of personal growth and family. We have an ongoing commitment to fairness in all aspects of the Museum and we embrace alternative ways of thinking.

Hiring organization

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Location

308 Congress St., Boston, 02210

Working Hours

35 hours per week,

$70000 Per year

Date posted

August 6, 2025

Position: EXHIBITS PROJECT MANAGER

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