Assistant Manager, Corporate Events

Overview

About Suffolk  

 

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds. 

 

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $8 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram. 

 

At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially. 

 

Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.  For more information, click here. 

 

The Role

 

Suffolk is seeking an energetic and proactive Assistant Manager, Corporate Events to join our Corporate Marketing team. Partnering with the Senior Manager, Corporate Events, this individual will support the planning and execution of company events (meetings, road shows, client receptions, celebrations, etc.) by handling logistics, vendor coordination, budget tracking, and on-site setup/execution. As a national construction company with 15 offices and more than 2,000 employees, this individual will partner with stakeholders across the country to deliver best-in-class event experiences consistent with Suffolk standards.

 

Corporate events are a critical extension of Suffolk’s brand – for both internal and external audiences – and when executed well, they can influence partners, inspire employees, reinforce mission and help advance our industry. This individual will help shape how Suffolk (and our verticals) shows up in the world, delivering memorable experiences and cutting-edge content that drive lasting impact.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, scheduling, marketing and executing both in-person and virtual corporate events, with additional focus on Suffolk Northeast’s annual signature events
• Partner cross-functionally with Corporate Marketing, Business Development, People & Culture, External Relations and more to align events with business and brand priorities
• Research venues and draft proposals for unique off-site meetings, events and leadership retreats that build relationships and drive business goals
• Liaise with vendors (venue, caterer, AV, décor, photographer, printer, swag etc) to ensure contracts and direction are correct
• Partner with key stakeholders and creative to ensure presentations, materials, giveaways and signage are consistent with brand standards
• Coordinate itineraries, room blocks and travel for offsite executive retreats
• Track expenses, manage contracts, process payments, and maintain event records
• Serve as a point of contact at events, overseeing setup, managing registration and volunteers, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring quality standards are met
• Gather post-event feedback, conduct debriefs, and produce event recaps – with the goal of constant improvement
• Help build scalable systems and playbooks so execution is consistent nationally
• Raise the bar for Suffolk events and introduce new concepts and ideas that bring value to our e