Senior Project Manager

Acrylicize; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Enhanced parental leave

AXA EAP from day one

Cycle to Work scheme

EV salary sacrifice

YellowNest childcare salary sacrifice

Time for creative pursuits

Company MacBook

Regular team lunches

Job summary

Acrylicize is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex creative projects from briefing through to installation and aftercare. You will work with clients, designers, suppliers and the internal studio to ensure delivery on time and to a high standard.

You will manage budgets, resources and production methods while mentoring junior team members. Hybrid working with studio days Tuesday-Thursday support the busy project calendar.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering projects in the design industry across scales.
• Experience handling client accounts and direct client communication.
• Prior project management experience is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact for clients from briefing to installation and aftercare.
• Lead client meetings, manage expectations and provide updates.
• Develop programmes, milestones and delivery plans.
• Identify risks and resolve issues proactively.
• Coordinate site visits, installations, snagging and close-out.

Skills

Proven design project experience

Client management

Project management

Budget management

Excellent organisation

Strong written and verbal communi tion

Quality-focused

Continuous improvement

InDesign

CAD software

Education

Design field education

Tools

InDesign

CAD software

Job description

We are Acrylicize, a global creative studio powered by art and culture, inspired by stories of people and place. Our multidisciplinary team of artists, designers, project managers, and strategists, create and curate art that activates spaces for some of the world’s leading brands and institutions. Experts in using art and design to drive positive change for people and planet, delivering unmissable moments that get everyone talking. With studios in New York and London, we offer creative impact on a global scale.

As a Senior Project Manager you will play a pivotal role in the studio, looking after our clients and the logistics of our exciting projects from initial briefing through to installation and aftercare. You will be an integral part of the Projects Team and work closely with the New Business Team, Creative Director, CEO and wider studio to help ensure projects are delivered smoothly, on time, and to a high standard.

This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for an experienced Project Manager who enjoys taking ownership of complex creative projects while collaborating closely with clients, designers, suppliers and the wider studio.

Main Responsibilities

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients from initial briefing through to installation and aftercare.
• Build strong client relationships through clear communication and proactive project management.
• Lead client meetings, manage expectations, and provide regular project updates.
• Coordinate communication between clients, suppliers, contractors, and the internal team.

Project Delivery

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standard.
• Develop and manage project programmes, milestones and delivery plans.
• Identify project risks and resolve issues proactively.
• Coordinate site visits, installations, snagging and project close-out.

Commercial & Resource Management

• Prepare project estimates, quotations, fee proposals, and manage project budgets.
• Negotiate supplier pricing and oversee procurement to achieve best value.
• Work with the Projects Director to allocate resources and manage team workload.
• Monitor project financial performance and provide regular updates to senior leadership.

Creative Collaboration & Technical Delivery

• Partner with Designers to ensure creative concepts are deliverable within programme and budget.
• Advise on materials, fabrication methods, production techniques, and installation approaches.
• Source materials, products, suppliers, and specialist contractors.
• Support continuous improvement by sharing knowledge, improving processes, and mentoring junior team members.

Skills & Experience

• An education in the design field
• Proven experience delivering projects in the design industry at a range of scales and across multiple disciplines
• Experience handling accounts and dealing directly with clients
• Prior project management related experience is preferable
• Experience working with relatively large production budgets up to £500,000
• Excellent organisational skills
• Fantastic written and verbal communication skills
• A passion for quality in every endeavour
• A hunger to constantly improve the studio’s output
• A good knowledge of InDesign
• Working knowledge of CAD software

A little bit about our benefits…

• Hybrid working (Tuesday-Thursday in the studio, Monday and Friday optional from home)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• AXA Employee Assistance Programme from day one
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• YellowNest Childcare salary sacrifice scheme
• Half a day each month for creative pursuits, plus a £15 monthly allowance
• Company MacBook
• Regular team lunches and social events

Acrylicize is proud to be a certified B Corporation, reflecting our commitment to using business as a force for good. This certification underscores our dedication to balancing profit with purpose, ensuring that our decisions positively impact our employees, clients, communities, and the environment. We’re seeking passionate individuals who not only excel in their craft but also deeply believe in the values of sustainability, social responsibility, and community. If you’re inspired by the opportunity to make a meaningful difference through your work, we’d love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, disability, national origin, gender and gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital and civil partnership status, veteran status or pregnancy or maternity.