Temporary Event Management Coordinator (Contract)

Groundworks is seeking a Temporary Event Management Coordinator in Virginia Beach, VA!

The Temporary Event Management Coordinator will be responsible for planning and executing a variety of internal events that enhance team engagement, recognition, and professional development across our 75+ offices in the United States and Canada.  

Job Responsibilities:

Event Planning and Coordination: 

• Manage all aspects of event planning for employee recognition events, national employee meetings, leadership summits, and other internal gatherings. 

• Secure event locations that align with Groundworks' brand and event needs. 

• Coordinate logistics, including travel arrangements, lodging, catering, and audiovisual needs. 

• Develop and manage event agendas, ensuring alignment with company objectives and key messages. 

Stakeholder Management: 

• Collaborate with executive leadership to identify keynote speakers and facilitate their participation. 

• Act as the primary point of contact for all vendors, including venues, speakers, and service providers to ensure seamless event execution. 

Budget Management: 

• Maintain and track event budgets, ensuring all expenses are within company guidelines. 

• Provide detailed budget reports post-event for review and optimization of future events. 

Communication and Promotion: 

• Create and distribute event-related communication materials, including invitations, agendas, and post-event follow-ups. 

• Promote event participation across various channels to maximize employee engagement. 

Evaluation and Reporting: 

• Gather feedback through surveys and assessments post-event to evaluate success and identify areas for improvement. 

• Compile reports detailing event outcomes, attendance, budget adherence, and participant feedback for management review. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or related field. 

• 2+ years of experience in event planning or coordination, preferably in an internal corporate environment. 

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 

Requirements

• Temporary/Contract

• Based onsite: 1741 Corporate Landing Pkwy, Virginia Beach, VA 23454

• Travel up to 40%

Groundworks® is the leading provider of Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Encapsulation, Basement Waterproofing, and Concrete Lifting & Stabilization.   

With locations across the USA and Canada, Groundworks is the leading foundation solutions and water management company in North America! Recognized as a Top Workplaces USA™ company and offering employee ownership for everyone, we're building something that just can't be replicated. And we're on a mission to change an industry like never before!   

We're unique here at Groundworks. We are all connected through the same vision, mission, and values, and we are stronger together. We're proud to be the Groundworks Tribe!  

Our highly trained teams have decades of experience delivering innovative solutions, unmatched quality, and industry-leading warranties, helping homeowners everywhere protect and repair their most valuable asset – their home.    

When customers choose a local Groundworks company, they can feel confident they’re hiring the trusted local experts who will ensure the job’s done right.  
 

When you choose Groundworks, you'll join thousands of Tribemates who are making history.