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TCMA for Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center

Location:
United States, Washington, DC

Category:
Hospitality and Tourism

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

70000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center (RRB/ITC) is a dynamic hub for government, business, commerce and the community, in the heart of the nation’s capital. As the first and only federal building dedicated to both public and private use, the Reagan Building is the official World Trade Center Washington, DC, featuring a premier conference and events center, executive office space, attractions and exhibits, retail, dining, parking and public programming. Trade Center Management Associates (TCMA, A Drew Company), the exclusive manager of the RRB/ITC, is seeking a talented Event Planning Manager to join the Event Planning team. The ideal Event Planning Manager will use your knowledge of current trends in event management and event design to work with our clients (from contract signing, event execution through client retention) to plan, execute and manage exceptional events. You will work on meetings, events, conferences, galas and social events for 50 - 3500 guests.

Job Responsibility:

Help work within the client’s budget, timeline, and expectations to plan and manage events
Collaborate and manage relationships with sales, vendors, clients and team members
Create detailed BEOs outlining setup, food, beverage, A/V production, IT, security needs, and other miscellaneous items as required
Review billing and post event analysis
Conduct site visits, in-person and virtual client meetings, event tastings, being onsite for set-up, day-off and tear-down of event as required
Work on special projects (as assigned) to support our organization

Requirements:

At least 3 - 5 years of event planning or hospitality experience is required
Previous customer service, event planning, and hospitality experience preferably in a hotel or large venue
Proficiency using a CRM system and diagramming software
Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office Suite
Knowledge of Zoom and Microsoft Teams are a plus
Become familiar with all assigned events: review contract and discuss the event with the appropriate sales manager prior to contacting the client for the first time
Ensure all proposals, Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) for all events and written communication are accurate and delivered to clients in the time frame that they require
Constantly and clearly communicate with all other departments regarding details of upcoming events
Excellent presentation, organizational, negotiation and communication skills.
Ability to upsell, recommend and coordinate additional services and enhance food and beverage offerings
Must be adaptable, professional, courteous, motivated and work well on your own and as a member of a team
Knowledge of the DC Metro business community
Conduct site visits and maintain familiarity with the building and its capabilities
Prepare customized menu proposals as requested by guests in consultation with the Executive Chef
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while delivering exceptional quality and customer service

Nice to have:

Knowledge of Zoom and Microsoft Teams are a plus
Knowledge of the DC Metro business community

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 12, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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