Events Design & Build Project Manager

Events Production, Project Manager

Croydon, Surrey

GBP45k + Bens

The Client:

Based in Croydon ,our client is a highly innovative, creative & fun organisation within the events sector. The client roster has a fantastic list of world leading brands supplying set and decoration for a wide range of product launches, fashion shows, exhibitions, and private events They primarily provide design, in–house production, scenery, lighting and AV.

Candidate summary:

We need an experienced candidate from the events sector who is used to working closely with clients & can pull together all the practical aspects of resource planning for an event & make it happen!

The postholder will be required to review design agency / client briefs & then visualise and plan the production. Client negotiation, budgeting and crew management are an important part of the role. The logistics team and crew provide assistance and back up to what is a demanding and busy role.

This is a unique opportunity to become part of a friendly dynamic and consistently excellent company in the events industry.

Role Summary:

Ensure smooth running of assigned projects from initial design to the set up and breakdown process

Create or be able to brief visualiser where client requires visuals for a quote.

Liase with Technical Director where lighting design is required on a project.

Source materials, with an emphasis on finding materials and props that are the closest fit to requirement and the most cost–effective.

Manage schedules for timely production, delivery and breakdown of sets in liaison with Office Assistant and Logistics.

Manage budgets; maintain budgets sheets, use staff and resources efficiently and effectively.

Undertake site visits as required.

Have a working knowledge of health and safety requirements related to sets and materials used.

Provide Method Statements and risk assessments for Clients when requested based upon company H&S policy and documents.

The holder of this post and the nature of the industry means that unsociable hours including evenings and weekends may be required on occasion.

This is truly an outstanding opportunity. We look forward to your application.

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