WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN US!
San Diego Wave Fútbol Club is on a mission to build a world class home for players and fans. We are seeking a high-performing, emotionally intelligent Contract Project Manager to lead and coordinate cross-functional initiatives that amplify our brand, deepen community engagement, optimize revenue streams, and drive marketing impact.
This is a key short-term opportunity for a strategic and operationally-minded project manager who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The individual in this role will lead the planning and execution of high-priority projects across departments, ensuring alignment, accountability, and excellence in delivery. The ideal candidate will be a proactive communicator, highly organized, and passionate about sports, community, and brand storytelling. This is a contract role in San Diego, California. Depending upon education, skill set, and experience, the set monthly rate will be approximately $8,000/month.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage the delivery of brand awareness, marketing, revenue, and fan acquisition projects from kickoff to completion.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and stakeholder communications.
- Coordinate logistics and execution plans for community events, sponsorship activations, and sales/marketing campaigns.
- Serve as the day-to-day contact for internal teams and external partners.
- Track project milestones, budgets, and deliverables using project management tools.
- Facilitate cross-functional meetings and ensure follow-through on action items.
- Prepare stakeholder updates, presentations, and post-project reports.
- Support the development of scalable processes and documentation for future use.
- Adapt quickly as business needs evolve.
QUALIFIED?
- 5+ years of experience in project management, marketing, events, or sponsorships.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a hybrid or fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with a high attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- High emotional intelligence and a collaborative, team-first mindset.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project and Planner).
- Experience in sports, entertainment, or fan outreach is a plus.
CONTRACT DELIVERABLES:
- Project Workplans for each initiative, including timelines, KPIs, and stakeholder roles.
- Weekly Status Reports summarizing progress, risks, and next steps.
- Event Activation Plans for marketing and outreach events, including logistics, staffing, and post-event recaps.
- Stakeholder Presentations for internal and external audiences.
- Budget Tracking Reports for assigned projects.
- Final Wrap Reports for each initiative, including outcomes, metrics, and recommendations.
- Process Documentation to support continuity and knowledge transfer.
If you meet the above qualifications and are ready to take on the challenge of leading our professional soccer club to success, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for the position.
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Our people are our club. We believe different backgrounds and experiences bring new ideas and perspectives. We encourage talented candidates from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds to apply. We’re excited to welcome new members of our team who share our passion. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
