Associate Program Manager

Who We Are
At Bishop-McCann (BMC), we create experiences that move people. As a global event and experience agency, we partner with clients to design and deliver meaningful moments that connect, inspire, and drive impact.
Behind every experience is a team that values collaboration, innovation, and accountability. We believe our people are at the center of everything we do, and we are committed to building an environment where individuals can grow, contribute, and make a meaningful difference.
Our Core Values
Curiosity: We go beyond conventional boundaries to deliver creative solutions and are always asking, listening, and learning.
Collaboration: We believe teamwork drives greater results than that of an individual.
Impact: We aspire to defy expectations and deliver the highest standards in the industry.
Inclusion: We create an environment where every voice is valued, every perspective is welcomed, and everyone has a seat and a say at the table.
Who You Are
You are a tech-savvy communicator, project manager, and partner who thrives in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment. You bring proven expertise in registration and attendee management platforms, a mastery of deadlines, and amazing attention to detail.
You enjoy building strong client relationships, collaborating with internal teams and vendor partners, and recommending solutions that bring branded experiences to life.
The Role At a Glance
Title: Associate Program Manager
Reports to: Lead, Program Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Remote (U.S. business hours), travel required (35%+)
Key Responsibilities
Client & Program Management
Develop and maintain client relationships by building trust and delivering a high level of customer service.
Oversee and manage all program elements, including site visits, hotel sourcing, room blocks, creative, production, travel, onsite management, vendor partnerships, and staffing.
Ensure operational processes and procedures are followed and meet or exceed program deadlines.
Use expertise to craft solutions, assist with, and recommend attendee experience technology on assigned programs.
Provide ongoing, clear direction and communication to clients and all team members, including vendor partners.
Budget, Reconciliation & Reporting
Develop and manage program budgets and meet client budget requirements.
Maintain cost savings and avoidance data to maximize program value.
Deliver final reconciliations within client timelines.
Provide post-program evaluation feedback and thorough trip reports.
Required
Qualifications and Key Skills:
Ability to build and/or manage a program budget.
Client relationship building and management skills.
Strong listening, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Collaborative approach to working with internal teams and vendor partners.
Ability to assess feedback and needs and recommend solutions.
Mastery of deadlines and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
Amazing attention to detail.
Willingness to travel 35% or more for site visits and onsite program execution.
Key Competencies
Client focus and relationship building
Project and budget management
Communication and collaboration
Problem-solving and sound judgment
Attention to detail
Why Join Us
A collaborative, people-first culture that values teamwork and connection.
Opportunity to play a key role in delivering seamless, high-quality programs and events.
Fast-paced, dynamic environment with variety across programs and clients.
Exposure to cross-functional teams and end-to-end program execution.
A growing organization where your contributions make a direct impact.
Opportunity to grow your program management expertise and take on increasing responsibility.
How To Apply
Please apply through our careers page at www.bishopmccann.com/careers
The Pay Range For This Role Is
75,000 - 85,000 USD per year(Remote (United States))

Work arrangement
Yes