My client is a growing exhibitions and live events business looking for a Production Manager to take full ownership of technical and production delivery across projects.

This is a senior, hands-on leadership role, acting as the bridge between design, workshop, and on-site delivery, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and to the highest standard.

You’ll be responsible for the end-to-end production lifecycle, from translating design concepts into build-ready outputs through to overseeing workshop delivery and on-site execution.

You’ll lead both project delivery and workshop functions, while setting the technical standard across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Delivery

• Own all technical drawings, build packs, and production documentation
• Translate creative concepts into practical, buildable solutions
• Ensure all outputs are aligned with design intent, budget, and timelines
• Maintain and improve technical standards and drawing libraries

Production & Workshop Management

• Define and manage the production strategy across all projects
• Work closely with the Workshop Manager to:
• Plan workload and capacity
• Allocate labour and resources
• Maintain quality and efficiency standards
• Monitor production progress and proactively resolve risks

Project Oversight

• Oversee project delivery via the Senior Project Manager
• Ensure alignment across design, production, logistics, and site teams
• Act as the escalation point for technical and delivery challenges
• Drive programme control, risk management, and change processes

Design for Manufacture & Value Engineering

• Provide input during concept and design phases
• Lead value engineering initiatives to optimise materials, cost, and build efficiency
• Ensure designs are practical, compliant, and deliverable

Supplier & Subcontractor Management

• Approve technical specifications for outsourced elements
• Support procurement across areas such as:
• Graphics, AV, electrics, metalwork, upholstery
• Ensure suppliers meet quality, cost, and delivery expectations

Site Delivery & Compliance

• Oversee technical delivery on-site where required
• Ensure compliance with venue regulations and safety standards
• Review and approve RAMS and method statements
• Support issue resolution during build and de-rig phases

Leadership & Team Management

• Directly manage:
• Senior Project Manager
• Workshop Manager
• Set clear standards across production, quality, and delivery
• Coach and support cross-functional teams
• Contribute to recruitment, onboarding, and team development

Quality, H&S & Continuous Improvement

• Champion health & safety and quality standards across all operations
• Lead post-project reviews and drive continuous improvement
• Implement scalable processes to support business growth

Skills & Experience

Experience

• Proven background in a senior production or technical role within exhibitions, events, or live environments
• Strong experience managing working drawings, build packs, and fabrication
• Experience overseeing both workshop production and site delivery
• Previous line management experience

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of custom exhibition builds and structures
• Knowledge of materials, finishes, AV, lighting, and electrical integration
• Confident reviewing and producing technical drawings
• Understanding of venue constraints and regulations

Leadership & Commercial Awareness

• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Commercially aware — able to balance quality, cost, and timelines
• Calm, decisive, and solutions-focused under pressure

Working Pattern

• Based at workshop and office with regular travel to UK and European venues
• Flexibility required around project timelines, build schedules, and live events

Success Measures

• Projects delivered on time and within budget
• High-quality output with minimal rework or snagging
• Efficient workshop utilisation and planning
• Strong safety and compliance performance
• High-performing, engaged team

Benefits:

• Growth &progression
• Hybrid
• 25 days holiday
• Lifestyle vouchers
• Annual Bonus