CAREERS

Current Open Positions:

Account Executive

Location: Bolingbrook, IL or Henderson, NV

Compensation: $80,000–$100,000 per year draw, plus uncapped commission

We're looking for a motivated Account Executive to build new business and grow client relationships across our full range of services: custom exhibits, extrusion system sales and rentals, rental and modular exhibits, corporate and special events, museum, retail and showroom fabrication, general contracting, and I&D labor.

What You'll Do:

•         Develop new client relationships and expand existing accounts.

•         Prospect and network at industry trade shows and events.

•         Lead client presentations and respond to RFPs.

•         Manage client projects and budgets from concept through completion while maintaining target margins.

•         Serve as the liaison between clients and internal teams.

•         Keep client records and prospecting activity up to date in SMART+ (ExhibitForce).

What You Bring:

•         1–3 years of exhibit industry sales experience, or related education combined with construction/project experience.

•         Self-motivated, organized, and a strong communicator.

•         Proficient in Microsoft Office.

•         Ability to travel domestically up to 20–30%.

•         Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred.

Estimator

Location: Bolingbrook, IL

Salary: $60,000–$80,000 per year

We're looking for an Estimator to provide timely, accurate pricing for custom builds, rentals, I&D, shipping, and logistics. You'll also serve as a technical resource on fabrication for Sales, Design, and Production.

What You'll Do:

•         Prepare detailed estimates from floor plans, renderings, red-lines, and direction from Sales and Design.

•         Analyze scope, materials, labor, and timelines, and present job costs to leadership.

•         Work with Purchasing and vendors to verify current pricing and recommend alternate vendors or materials.

•         Audit projects against estimates and recommend pricing adjustments.

•         Manage multiple estimates at once under tight deadlines.

What You Bring:

•         Prior estimating experience is a must.

•         1–2+ years of exhibit fabrication experience, including detailing, I&D, shipping, and logistics. Design, architecture, or carpentry/fabrication experience will also be considered.

•         Ability to read floor plans, renderings, and technical drawings, and convert between metric and US measurements.

•         Intermediate Excel skills and excellent attention to detail.

•         Familiarity with system metal, extrusions, and ExhibitForce a plus.

•         Bachelor's or associate degree preferred.

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Project Manager

Locations: Bolingbrook, IL and Henderson, NV (one opening at each location)

Salary: $70,000–$85,000 per year

We're looking for a Project Manager to guide exhibit projects from start to finish, on schedule and within budget. At CEP, Project Managers also handle detailing, so strong AutoCAD skills are essential.

What You'll Do:

•         Prepare all detailed shop and show site drawings.

•         Build project schedules and coordinate Sales, Design, Estimating, the shop, vendors, and show services.

•         Order materials and keep projects within the scope and budget set by Estimating.

•         Work directly with shop staff on fabrication needs.

•         Use and support OCTANORM exhibition systems when required.

•         Travel occasionally (approximately 5%).

What You Bring:

•         3–5 years of tradeshow, exhibit, or events industry experience.

•         AutoCAD (2D and 3D) experience.

•         Thorough understanding of exhibit fabrication, including wood and laminate construction.

•         Ability to manage multiple projects under tight timelines.

•         Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

•         Bachelor's degree preferred. PMP certification is a plus.