Moa Project Manager

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

M&P - AAPS

Job Profile

AAPS Salaried - Museum, Level C

Job Title

MOA Project Manager

Department

Curatorial Operations | Museum of Anthropology

Compensation Range

$6,747.50 - $9,701.42 CAD Monthly

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Posting End Date

November 19, 2024

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

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Job Summary
This position is responsible for the conceptualization and production of two
- and three-dimensional exhibits, permanent collection installations and other visual presentations at MOA. This includes working directly with exhibition curators on knowledge creation and mobilization for exhibits. In addition, this position manages special projects implemented by the Museum, UBC or other institutions. This position is also responsible for oversight of the aesthetic and architectural additions to the physical Museum building and grounds.

Organizational Status
This position is a member of the Curatorial, Interpretation and Design Department and reports to the Department Head. The position is one of two MOA Project Managers. The position works in conjunction with all staff, volunteers and students. A wide-latitude of decision making is required.

Work Performed
- Is the primary contact with curators in conceptualizing design elements and creating the appropriate look and feel in two
- and three-dimensions for assigned exhibitions and projects.
- Works with the exhibition curator on an ongoing basis on the knowledge creation for the exhibition. Also works with the exhibition curator to ensure that knowledge is mobilized and interpreted in two
- and three-dimensions.
- Works with the MOA design team, including the other Project Manager, and Graphics Designer.
- Leads design team meetings with curators and design team members during the exhibition design and implementation process.
- Participates with other exhibit team members across the institution in planning, scheduling, budgeting and production of a variety of exhibits and special projects.
- Develops and monitors production budgets and ensures that costs are in line with overall exhibition budget. Holds budget responsibility for exhibitions.
- Leads the fabrication stream of exhibition projects, working with other exhibition project stream leads and staff to determine the scope, requirements and timelines for the exhibition. Communicating and collaborating with other stream leads throughout the process.
- Refines exhibition plans and drawings and develops fabrication production plans for constructability.
- Manages, negotiates and liaises with relevant museum staff to ensure that overall design ideas, material selections and technical requirements are understood and incorporated into the fabrication and installation process. This includes curatorial, collections and conservation, IT and media, Security, etc.
- Ensures that all fabrication is done in accordance with national and international museum standards, as well as MOA’s aesthetic standards.
- Researches, sources and procures all materials, and ensures they meet conservation requirements.
- Develops and manages production timelines and schedules to ensure that all work is done to meet exhibition opening dates.
- Develops the infrastructure plans for exhibitions and special projects and oversees their execution.
- Liaises and coordinates work with other exhibition stream leads and museum staff including collections, conservation, design, IT, AV, and curatorial.
- Recruits, trains, supervises and manages up to six auxiliary technicians.
- Engages and manages specialized fabrication and installation professionals as required.
- Represents the Museum on special museum initiatives and design projects with other museum professionals, architects, visitors, and professional groups.
- Complies with current Work Safe regulations and policies to ensure the health and safety of contract and temporary employees.
- Serves on MOA committees and project teams as required.
- Participates in discussions and planning meetings with Facilities Manager to realize institutional projects.
- Contributes as guest lecturer to share knowledge of museum design components to re