VP, Projects, Placemaking

TAIT; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TAIT seeks a VP, Projects - Placemaking to lead a global portfolio of attractions and destination experiences. You will guide executive-level delivery from deal structuring to closeout, balancing creative ambition with operational discipline across regions.

You will manage a senior team of project managers, producers, and coordinators, drive performance in margin, schedule and risk, and partner with market leadership to achieve strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering multi-region placemaking or complex entertainment projects.
• Proven leadership of global teams and executive communication skills.
• Strong financial management, risk oversight, and portfolio governance.
• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial and operational performance of TAIT's global Placemaking portfolio.
• Provide executive oversight from opportunity development through project closeout.
• Lead delivery teams through design, fabrication, construction, installation and commissioning.
• Direct portfolio reviews, assess health and financials, and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational maturity across regions.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management/Business

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Project management software

Job description

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life.With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics.

Position Purpose

The VP, Projects - Placemaking is a senior leadership role responsible for the successful commercial and operational delivery of TAIT's global portfolio of attractions, destination experiences, venue developments, and complex built-environment projects. This executive provides leadership from deal structuring through project closeout, ensuring projects are commercially viable, strategically resourced, and executed in alignment with client expectations, business objectives, and financial commitments.

Leading a global organisation of Project Managers, Producers, and Project Coordinators, the VP is accountable for portfolio performance across margin, schedule, quality, risk management, and customer satisfaction. In partnership with Market Leadership, the role influences commercial strategy, drives delivery excellence, and ensures projects consistently achieve targeted financial and operational outcomes.

The VP, Projects - Placemaking establishes the operating model, governance framework, workforce strategy, and performance management practices that enable scalable growth and consistent project execution across regions. Working collaboratively with creative, technical, production, procurement, finance, and regional leadership teams, this executive ensures seamless project delivery while balancing creative ambition with operational discipline.

As a member of the senior leadership team, the VP plays a critical role in advancing TAIT's growth, profitability, and reputation by delivering world-class attractions and experiences that fulfill the company's mission to Create Moments That Move People.

Essential Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Core Duties

• Accountable for the commercial and operational performance of the global Placemaking portfolio, ensuring projects deliver against margin, schedule, quality, and client satisfaction objectives.
• Provide executive oversight from opportunity development through project closeout, ensuring projects are commercially viable, properly staffed, and aligned with strategic business goals.
• Execute portfolio delivery strategies in partnership with Market Leadership, ensuring consistent performance across markets and submarkets.
• Lead project delivery teams through design, fabrication, construction, installation, and commissioning activities while maintaining accountability for financial performance, schedule commitments, risk management, quality standards, and contractual obligations.
• Direct portfolio reviews to assess project health, resource requirements, financial performance, and delivery risks, driving timely corrective actions where needed.
• Champion operational discipline and accountability across all phases of project execution to improve predictability, efficiency, and profitability.
• Provide regular portfolio performance updates, recommendations, and escalation support to Chief Executives of Market and senior executive leadership.
• Provide executive oversight of construction, installation, commissioning, and site-execution activities across the portfolio, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contractual and operational requirements.

Strategic Responsibilities

• Develop and execute workforce planning and staffing strategies that align organisational capacity with forecasted demand and growth objectives.
• Establish scalable operating models, delivery standards, and organizational structures that support consistent execution across global regions.
• Partner with Market Leadership to inform commercial strategy, resource planning, investment decisions, and portfolio prioritization.
• Identify operational risks and growth opportunities, implementing strategies that improve delivery performance, profitability, and organisational effectiveness.

Operational Responsibilities

• Provide leadership across teams in North America, UK, Europe, APAC, and MENA to ensure consistent execution practices and performance expectations.
• Establish, monitor, and drive accountability for key portfolio performance metrics, including margin attainment, schedule performance, resource utilisation, and client satisfaction.
• Lead portfolio reviews and lessons‑learned initiatives to promote continuous improvement and operational maturity.

Collaboration

• Partner closely with Creative, Technical, Production, Finance, Procurement, and Market Leadership teams to align commercial objectives with delivery execution.
• Build strong relationships with clients, strategic partners, suppliers, and key stakeholders to support successful project outcomes and long-term business growth.
• Collaborate with enterprise leadership to drive alignment on priorities, resource allocation, and organisational performance objectives.

People Leadership Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and inspire a global team of Project Managers, Producers, and Coordinators, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
• Establish clear performance expectations, succession plans, and development pathways that build organisational capability and leadership depth.
• Drive employee engagement, coaching, and professional development initiatives to strengthen team effectiveness and retention.
• Champion cross-functional collaboration and consistent leadership practices across all Placemaking delivery teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or related discipline, or equivalent experience. Master's degree preferred.
• Expertise in leading the delivery of complex experiential, performing arts, cruise line, attraction, themed entertainment, construction, destination development, venue, or large‑scale built‑environment projects.
• Proven success managing multi‑region project portfolios, including financial performance, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and delivery oversight.
• Experience within performing arts, cruise line, themed entertainment, placemaking, location‑based entertainment, destination development, hospitality, cultural institutions, venue development, construction, or design‑build environments.
• Expertise in project delivery methodologies, scheduling, resource planning, and financial management systems.
• Strong financial acumen with demonstrated success managing large‑scale project portfolios and delivering profitable business outcomes.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and presentation skills, with experience engaging executive leadership, clients, and key stakeholders.

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Equal Opportunity Employment

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.