Project Manager - Exhibitions

ZipRecruiter; Rugby; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading exhibition design agency in Warwickshire is seeking an experienced Exhibition Project Manager. You will oversee the end-to-end delivery of exhibition projects, manage budgets, and coordinate teams for high-profile international projects. The role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 to £50,000 and a hybrid working model, combining office and remote work. Ideal candidates will have proven project management experience in creative production or events.

Benefits

Wellness perks

On-site gym

Free weekly personal training

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in exhibitions, events, or creative production.
• Strong knowledge of custom stand builds, materials, and production processes.
• Commercially astute with confidence in managing budgets and client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of custom exhibition stand projects.
• Take and develop detailed client briefs, translating them into project plans.
• Coordinate internal teams and external suppliers.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship Building

Organizational Skills

Education

PRINCE2 or IOSH certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Vectorworks

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Exhibition Project Manager

Location: Warwickshire (Hybrid – 3 days in office)

Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 DOE + benefits

Travel: Across the UK & internationally

About the Company

We’re representing a dynamic and well-established exhibition design agency based in Warwickshire, specialising in large-scale, high-impact custom builds for premium clients. With a reputation for creativity, precision, and flawless delivery, they provide end-to-end services covering creative design, project management, build, logistics, and installation.

Working with a diverse portfolio of global brands, the team thrives on collaboration and innovation, delivering standout exhibition stands, experiential activations, and immersive brand environments both in the UK and internationally.

About the Role

As an Exhibition Project Manager, you’ll take full ownership of projects from brief through to on-site handover. Acting as the client’s key contact, you’ll oversee budgets, technical specifications, supplier coordination, and timelines — ensuring seamless delivery across multiple live projects.

This is a hybrid role with the flexibility of working from home, balanced with time in the Warwickshire office to collaborate with creative, design, and production teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of custom exhibition stand projects (UK & international)
• Take and develop detailed client briefs, translating them into project plans
• Coordinate internal teams (creative, design, production) and external suppliers
• Produce project schedules, budgets, and build documentation
• Oversee on-site builds, installs, and de-rigs, ensuring quality and compliance
• Handle client amends, challenges, and communications with professionalism
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, legal, and ISO 9001 standards
• Maintain accurate records across CRM, ERP, and internal systems
• Contribute to process improvement and mentor junior colleagues where required

Who You Are

Proven experience as a Project Manager in exhibitions, events, or creative production

Strong knowledge of custom stand builds, materials, and production processes

Commercially astute with confidence in managing budgets and client expectations

Excellent communicator, negotiator, and relationship builder

Calm under pressure, highly organised, and detail-focused

IT literate with experience in AutoCAD/Vectorworks desirable

Flexible to travel across the UK and internationally for live project delivery

Holds a full UK driving licence and valid passport

Desirable: PRINCE2 or IOSH certification, or equivalent project management qualification.

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary (£40,000 – £50,000 DOE)

Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)

Opportunity to work on high-profile, international projects

Career progression and development opportunities

Supportive team culture with a focus on learning

Benefits package including wellness perks, on-site gym, and free weekly personal training

About Disrupt Talent

We specialise in recruiting standout talent for the live events and exhibitions industry. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or looking for your next step, we connect you with opportunities where you can thrive.

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If you’re ready to make your mark and deliver world-class exhibition projects, we’d love to hear from you.

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