Graphics Project Manager — Lead Creative Event Programs

GES - Global Experience Specialists; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

GES is a global live events marketing partner seeking a Project Manager for the Graphics team near the NEC, Birmingham. You will manage client engagement, planning schedules, coordinate with design and production, and ensure on-site preparation for event builds.

This role operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment across departments, with a focus on timely budgeting, procurement, and successful delivery of installations.

Qualifications

• Client Engagement: Conduct face-to-face briefings with clients, initiating the planning process.
• Project Planning: Develop comprehensive work schedules based on client specifications, ensuring all necessary resources are identified.
• Coordination: Communicate show requirements to all graphics departments and coordinate with design and production teams.
• Budget Management: Provide detailed costing programs to clients and maintain up-to-date schedules accessible on our server.
• Financial Oversight: Meet month-end financial deadlines, ensuring all purchase orders and invoices are completed on time.
• Communication: Maintain strong communication with design and production teams to manage deadlines and schedule changes.
• On-site Preparation: Create detailed installation packs for on-site setups before event builds commence.

Responsibilities

• Client engagement and briefing with clients to start planning.
• Develop schedules based on client specs and resource needs.
• Coordinate show requirements with graphics, design and production teams.
• Provide costing programs and keep schedules updated on server.
• Meet month-end deadlines for PO and invoice processing.
• Maintain clear communication to manage deadlines and changes.
• Prepare detailed installation packs for on-site builds.

Job description

GES is a global live events marketing partner seeking a Project Manager for the Graphics team near the NEC, Birmingham. You will manage client engagement, planning schedules, coordinate with design and production, and ensure on-site preparation for event builds.

This role operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment across departments, with a focus on timely budgeting, procurement, and successful delivery of installations.