Project Director - Exhibition

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading experiential agency is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee large-scale corporate exhibition projects. This role includes managing project delivery from concept to execution and requires extensive experience in the exhibitions industry and construction knowledge. Candidates will benefit from a supportive work environment and opportunities for career growth within the agency. If you're ready for exciting challenges, apply now!

Benefits

Private healthcare benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Travel opportunities

Clear career growth pathways

25 days of holiday + 8 bank holidays

Yearly access to training budget

Discretionary year-end bonus

Dog-friendly office

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the exhibitions industry.
• Proven track record of delivering large multi-million exhibitions.
• Strong commercial acumen with budgeting and supplier negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage exhibition projects from start to finish.
• Oversee pre-production, on-site execution, and derig.
• Manage costs and maintain project margins.

Skills

Project Management

Client Liaison

Budget Management

Negotiation

Construction Knowledge

Communication

Tools

Paprika

Job description

Job Description

Project Lead / Senior Project – Experiential Agency - Exhibition

SW London, Hybrid working 3 x Office Days.

£65k -£75k

Who for?

We are an adventurous agency known for delivering ground breaking experiential, digital, and communication solutions from concept to completion. With a global presence, they continue to deliver award-winning work across five continents.

What doing?

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager or Project Lead to oversee and manage the delivery of high-profile large corporate exhibition projects. From pre-production through to on-site execution and derig, this role is pivotal in ensuring service excellence and client satisfaction.

You’ll be responsible for managing large format, bespoke, not custom build exhibition presence and working closely with both internal and external teams.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering the project management of construction large-scale projects, including very £multi-million large exhibitions with double deck stands, and will work closely with the Account Director to drive business development and organic growth.

Scenic set build and construction build experience is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage exhibition projects from start to finish, overseeing pre-production, on-site execution, and derig

• Collaborate with the design team to evaluate costs and assess delivery complexities

• Manage an on-site team comprising external contractors and internal staff

• Oversee the development and delivery of print production materials

• Maintain and drive revenues while ensuring appropriate margins

• Negotiate with suppliers to secure the best prices for AV, exhibit build, and services

• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure seamless project delivery

• Manage cost sheets and budgets, with experience in Paprika being a plus

• Facilitate client meetings, planning, and project updates, including site visits

• Work with internal teams to integrate digital and tech features into exhibitions

• Conduct venue site inspections and provide reports

• Manage relationships with subcontractors and the supply chain

• Champion issue resolution across construction, logistics, technology, and quality control

• Apply scenic set build and construction knowledge to ensure structural integrity and design excellence in all projects

On offer

• The opportunity to work on global exhibitions with an award-winning creative and digital team

• Travel opportunities and support from a highly experienced project team

• A supportive, friendly work environment where you’ll be rewarded for your contributions

• Clear career growth pathways and skill development opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements

• Private healthcare benefits

• A competitive salary

Desirable skills

• Extensive experience in the exhibitions industry, with solid technical knowledge and a commitment to excellence

• Essential experience in delivering very large exhibitions with double-deck stands, scenic set build, construction and or fabrication project management.

• Experience in exhibition build and construction build for large-scale projects

• Understanding of digital and technological systems in exhibitions (smart devices, computer integration, interactivity, connectivity, etc.)

• Solutions-focused approach to project management

• Strong commercial acumen, managing budgets and negotiating with suppliers

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with clients

• A proactive, can-do attitude with a team-oriented mindset

• A proven track record of delivering high-value contracts, exceeding £500,000

Package:

Salary range: Dependant on experience

• 3month probation
• 25 days of holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Healthcare once probation has been completed
• Discretionary year-end bonus, attributed to the company and individual performance
• Sabbatical after 5 years of service
• Yearly access to training budget
• Loyalty bonus
• Buddy system for new starters
• Dog friendly office (depending on dog behaviour)

This position would suit: Senior Project Manager Exhibition, Head of Exhibitions, Exhibition Director, Senior Project Manager Scenic & Set, Senior Project Manager Scenic and Set, Project Lead Exhibitions, Project Director Exhibition, Head of Operations Exhibition Build, Senior Project Manager Exhibition Build, Senior Operations Manager Scenic Set Account Director Exhibitions, Events, Account Director Communications, Client Services Director Events, Events Services Director, Head of Client Services, Director of Client Services, Account Director Exhibition.

We are urgently recruiting for this need, please contact us asap.

If you’re ready to take on exciting challenges and further your career with a dynamic, innovative agency, we’d love to hear from you!

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