Project Manager (Exhibition Display)

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading live events display agency is seeking a Project Manager in Southampton to manage exhibition displays and client relations. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational and client management skills, with the ability to thrive under pressure. Full training is provided, and the role offers competitive healthcare benefits and a generous leave policy.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Comprehensive Bupa healthcare coverage

Company pension scheme

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

Regular company events

Paid days for charity work

Qualifications

• Great organizational skills and multi-tasking skills are essential.
• Experience in client management and using work-management platforms like Monday.com.
• Experience in the exhibition industry is a plus but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Technical Designers and Operations team to manage exhibition displays.
• Liaise with suppliers and procurement for timely orders.
• Oversee project delivery and ensure client satisfaction.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking skills

Client management

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Tools

Monday.com

3D CAD software

SketchUp

Job description

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Project Manager (Exhibition Display), southampton

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Client:

The Find

Location:

southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Our client, a leading, live events display agency, are now looking for a Project Manager with experience delivering physical projects, to join their friendly and talented team!

As a Project Manager, you’ll collaborate closely with their Technical Designers and Operations team to bring stunning exhibition displays to life. Using designs from their Creative and Sales teams, you’ll manage the client's journey, ordering parts and materials, booking labour and amenities and ensuring a smooth seamless delivery for their clients.

As Project Manager you will:

• Work alongside Technical Designers to ensure all technical drawings, pick-lists, and cut-files are produced on-time.
• Liaise with their key suppliers and in-house procurement team to ensure all framework, graphics and amenities are ordered on-time in the most cost-effective manner.
• Liaise with the Operations team to ensure all displays are pre-built, installed and dismantled on-time and to spec.
• Gather all necessary information and input this into their CRM systems.
• Attend site regularly to oversee project delivery and perform handovers with clients.
• Protect and report on profit margins, ensuring we are as cost-effective as possible whilst also highlighting areas for improvement in the future.
• Ensure the client has a worry-free, enjoyable, faultless experience that leaves them excited to work with them again!

What they're Looking For

• Great organisational skills, multi-tasking skills, and a sense of urgency
• Previous history of using work-management platforms such as Monday.com
• An ability to use 3D CAD software at a basic level (desirable but not essential, training on SketchUp can be provided)
• A history of client-management
• An ability to problem-solve, be reactive, and thrive under pressure
• An ability to use your own initiative
• High attention to detail
• Experience in the exhibition industry is preferable, but by no means essential as all training will be provided
• Enjoy the convenience of free on-site parking—no more stressful searches for a spot!
• Prioritise your health with comprehensive Bupa healthcare coverage.
• Secure your future with their company pension scheme.
• Take time to recharge with a generous 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays!
• Join them for regular, fun-filled company events!
• Make a difference with dedicated paid days for charity work and group community projects

Please get in touch to discuss this fantastic Project Manager opportunity further