Manager, Events and Sponsorship

• Lead high-impact events and partnerships that shape the voice of B.C.’s largest construction association
• Earn $100k-$110k annually, with additional benefits and opportunities for growth
• Join a respected organization dedicated to innovation and excellence, where your creativity and expertise will drive impactful results

About Vancouver Regional Construction Association

With over 1000 member organizations, the Vancouver Regional Construction Association (“VRCA”) is British Columbia’s largest and most inclusive regional construction association. VRCA provides the resources that support our members’ ability to be informed, productive, and competitive, connecting people and facilitating opportunities to leverage our collective knowledge and strength. Proudly representing the true breadth and depth of the Lower Mainland’s construction industry, VRCA is comprised of union and open-shop businesses of all political affiliations, in BC’s industrial, commercial, institutional, infrastructure, and high-rise residential construction industry.

VRCA membership is vital to serious participation in the industry, and provides a wide variety of high-value services, programs, education, events, and advocacy. We have a tight team that genuinely cares about one another and especially cares about our members. We work hard, we laugh hard, and we do things that make a real difference to real people.

To learn more, visit: vrca.ca.

About the Opportunity

We are currently looking for a full-time Manager, Events and Sponsorship, to join our team in Vancouver, BC.

Reporting to the President, this role is responsible for leading the strategic direction, planning, execution, and financial management of VRCA’s events and sponsorship program. The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing member engagement, securing sponsorship funding, and delivering high-quality, impactful events.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Guiding the strategic direction and delivery of VRCA’s events and sponsorship program
• Developing and managing event budgets, driving profitability across all initiatives
• Planning and executing a wide range of events, including logistics, materials, and on-site coordination
• Designing and securing sponsorship agreements and ensuring benefit delivery
• Leading the events team and setting performance standards for quality and consistency
• Negotiating contracts with venues, providers, and subcontractors and managing related approvals
• Collaborating with other departments to deliver event marketing and communications
• Coordinating VRCA staff and volunteering during events
• Participating in operational and strategic planning with senior leadership
• Creating work plans, conducting performance reviews, and supporting team development
• Travelling as needed for site inspections and on-site event support
• Contributing to organization-wide initiatives in collaboration with other teams

About You

To qualify, you will need a minimum of 8 years of experience in planning, managing, and promoting events, along with expert knowledge in event planning logistics, and a proven track record in securing and growing sponsorship revenue. A valid BC driver's license and access to a vehicle is required to travel to and from events.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Experience negotiating sponsorships and partnership agreements
• Strong understanding of events as engagement and advocacy tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced features
• Familiarity managing volunteer committees, vendors, and internal stakeholders
• Budget management and reconciliation expertise
• Knowledge of event marketing and promotional tactics
• Experience with Asana or other project management software is an asset

As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong organizational and time management abilities, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to lead and motivate a team. You are also a proactive self-starter, detail-oriented, and capable of building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

This is a dynamic leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is excited to take ownership of high-profile events that directly enhance member experience and association visibility. VRCA is looking for an innovative, resourceful, and relationship-driven professional to elevate our events and sponsorship program to new heights.

About the Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package of $100k-$110k/yr, evaluated depending on skills and experience, along with:

• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
• 5% RRSP matching
• 3 weeks vacation
• Free parking
• Flexible working hours
• And many more!

Join our dynamic organization and unleash your potential to build long-term relationships, drive results, and achieve success with the support of a dedicated team - apply today!