Exhibition Production Project Manager

About the Role

To be an employee of the Museum is to:

• Have the privilege of working for a Crown Corporation, and an internationally renowned institution, located on one of the most beautiful sites in the National Capital Region;
• Advance your career within an inclusive, dynamic and stimulating work environment;
• Work with an exceptional team of professionals who value your contribution, expertise, diverse opinions and continuous improvement;
• Obtain a highly competitive compensation and benefits package.

We are looking for an Exhibition Production Project Manager

As an Exhibition Production Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the workshop team in the design and production of exhibition displays and scenographic elements. You serve as the link between exhibition development and workshop execution, ensuring projects meet budget, schedule, and conservation standards.

What we are looking for:

• Manage multiple exhibition fabrication projects simultaneously ;
• Plan, coordinate, and track budgets, resources, and schedules ;
• Collaborate with designers and scenographers to assess technical feasibility ;
• Ensure quality, safety, and adherence to conservation standards ;
• Lead, mentor, and develop the workshop team ;
• Oversee installation and maintenance of exhibitions ;
• Identify and resolve design, fabrication, or installation issues.

 

Minimum seven (7) years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience:

• 7+ years project management, preferably in fabrication or museum environment ;
• 5+ years managing technical teams or skilled craftsmen ;
• Proven track record delivering complex projects on time and on budget ;
• Experience working with designers and creative professionals ;
• Knowledge of project management and budget tracking software.

 

Knowledge of:

• Exhibition fabrication and woodworking ;
• Museum conservation principles and artifact-safe materials ;
• Accessibility guidelines and museum standards ;
• Structural engineering principles for exhibitions ;
• Sustainable design and green building practices.

Education: College Diploma in Cabinetmaking and Furniture, design, architecture, or related field. Degree in Project Management is an asset. 

Certifications:

• Elevated platform certification ;
• Forklift certification ;
• Fall protection certification ;
• First Aid certification ;
• WHMIS certification ;
• Valid driver’s license.

 

Compensation: $ 84 409 to $ 104 460 (E6)

Status: Permanent Full-Time Position (# 10520)

Security Level: Reliability Status

Location: 100, Laurier Street, Gatineau, Quebec

Language: CBC We encourage all candidates to submit their application, regardless of whether they believe they meet the linguistic requirements of the position. Qualified candidates will be sent for linguistic validation. In the event a qualified bilingual candidate is not found, other qualified candidates may be considered.

Open to: those on the recall list, museum employees and external candidates. Priority of appointment will be given to:

• Qualified person on the recall-list*;
• Qualified future affected employee;
• Qualified internal candidate;
• Qualified external candidate.

 

At all times, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

* The permanent full-time employees on the recall list who have been laid off in the same job. The permanent full-time employees on the recall list in other positions, same level or below. If an employee is offered a position of the same status (permanent full-time, permanent part-time), following notice of layoff and declines the position, the employee will be considered laid off under the provisions of Article 40 (Layoff) of the Agreement and, therefore, will no longer be considered as an internal candidate for future positions.

Apply no later than March 13, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.