About Once Upon India
At Once Upon India (OUI), we create and produce our own signature experiences.
From intimate mehfils and cultural evenings to large-format live events, every show is designed, owned, and delivered by us.
Our events are process-driven, not chaos-driven. We have established systems, SOPs,
and playbooks that help us deliver exceptional experiences consistently. We're looking for someone who can lead execution with ownership, precision, and calm.
Position : Senior Project Manager – Events
Experience: 6-10 Years
Location: Noida
About the Role
We are looking for a highly organized and execution-focused Senior Project Manager to lead the planning and on-ground operations of our events.
You will own the complete execution lifecycle, from planning and vendor coordination to show-day operations and post-event closure. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building structure, leading teams, solving problems proactively, and ensuring every event runs seamlessly. Key Responsibilities
Project Planning
Lead end-to-end planning for all assigned events.
Create detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, and execution trackers.
Ensure all teams are aligned on deliverables and deadlines.
Identify risks early and implement mitigation plans.Cross-Functional Coordination
Act as the central point of coordination between Production, Design, Marketing,
Content, Hospitality, Artist Management, Operations, and Finance.
Conduct regular project review meetings.
Ensure every stakeholder is aligned throughout the project lifecycle.
Event
Operations
Lead complete on-ground execution during events.
Manage event timelines, show flow, backstage operations, and logistics.
Ensure seamless coordination between internal teams, artists, vendors, venues,
and volunteers.
Make real-time operational decisions while maintaining high-quality guest experiences. Vendor & Venue Management
Coordinate with venues regarding event requirements.
Source, negotiate, onboard,
and manage vendors.
Ensure vendor deliverables meet quality, timelines, and budget expectations.
Build strong long-term vendor relationships. Process & SOP Management
Execute events strictly through defined SOPs and operational checklists.
Continuously improve existing systems based on post-event learnings.
Ensure documentation is maintained for every project.
Drive operational discipline across teams. Budget & Resource Management
Work closely with the Production team to monitor project budgets.
Track project expenses and optimize resource utilization.
Support financial reconciliation after every event.
Project
Closure
Conduct post-event debriefs.
Collect stakeholder feedback.
Prepare closure reports and key learnings.
Ensure all project documentation and financial reconciliations are completed.What We're Looking For
6–10 years of experience in Event Operations/Project Management.
Proven experience managing medium to large-scale events.
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Exceptional planning and organizational abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong vendor management and negotiation capabilities.
Calm under pressure with excellent problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and strong ownership mindset.
Comfortable working with Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, and project management tools.
Why Join Once Upon
India?
Build and execute original cultural experiences that you can truly own.
Be part of a team-oriented, process-driven team.
Contribute to meaningful experiences that celebrate music, art, and culture.
Enjoy an environment that values planning, ownership, and sustainable ways of working over unnecessary chaos.
Work-life balance matters. We believe exceptional events don't have to come at the cost of your personal life. If you're passionate about operational excellence and love bringing ambitious events to life, we'd love to hear from you at
[email protected]
📌 Senior Project Manager (Offline - Events Industry Only ) (Noida)
🏢 Wishmakers
📍 Noida