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Scenic Project Manager

Posted 8 days ago

JOB TITLE:
Scenic Project Manager
REPORTING:
Director
LOCATION:
Manchester, M22 5LH
Some at-home working and travel to event site locations may be required.
SALARY:
Competitive salary based on candidate + benefits
JOB TYPE:
Permanent, full time
PRIMARY ROLE
As part of our continuing expansion, we have the opportunity for an enthusiastic Scenic Project Manager to join our team. The successful applicant will be customer focused, a strong leader, have varied experience in scenic design and have a good understanding of live event production technologies. This may be an ideal opportunity for a set builder to further their career in the industry or an existing project manager looking to progress. They will be at home in a fast paced, hands-on environment and thrive under pressure. Teamwork is a key part of the culture, all parts of the business support and collaborate to achieve together and our people are the reason our clients’ have been returning year on year for over more than two decades.
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The ability to work as part of a team within our projects department, supporting our technical project managers or directly with our clients overseeing scenic projects from the initial enquiry to completion of the event.
Supporting the business to maintain and develop key client relationships.
Attending and chairing client meetings and site visits
Taking clear and detailed briefs and advising clients on appropriate solutions for their event.
Developing creative ideas and designs for client events including preparation of CAD drawings
Specification of suitable materials / finishes and creation of quotations including budget management
Updating booking software with event progress and milestones
Booking and management of set & stage crew
Maintaining high standards of health and safety
On site work at venues across the UK and occasionally internationally
Identifying and developing new business opportunities to help grow our scenic department
Assistance of other departments and other duties to meet the needs of the business
QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY ATTRIBUTES OF THE CANDIDATE
At least 5 years’ experience in the professional live events industry with a specialism in set and stage
Competent user of CAD software packages
Have an excellent understanding of event production and the effective communication skills to explain solutions to clients in a clear and jargon-free manner.
Have an enthusiasm for developing creative designs and ideas to exceed client’s expectations.
The successful candidate must have a curiosity to learn, whilst displaying resilience and a can-do attitude
Have a polished and professional manner, projecting confidence and enthusiasm to clients.
Thrive in a fast-paced environment and be prepared to react quickly to tasks in an efficient way.
Be highly organised and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously, ensuring multiple projects are moving toward their deadline.
Ability to lead by example and work as part of a team.
Have a customer focussed yet commercial mindset.
Keen eye for detail and high standards of presentation
Full UK Driving Licence and own transport
TRAINING & PROGRESSION
On-going training will be provided as the job role requires. We value our team and want to see them progress and develop their skills and career within the organisation. Career progression within our expanding company would be available for proactive individuals.
WORKING HOURS
Due to the nature of our industry, we require our employees to have a flexible approach to their working hours. Typically, your working day would be 08:30 to 17:30 Monday to Friday, though we operate a flexible start time for staff where needed. Work outside of these hours and at weekends will be required as our workload / projects require. We try hard to manage a work/life balance for our team.
HOLIDAYS
28 days per year
After 3 years continuous service you will receive your birthday off (day off can be taken within 7 days of your birthday)
After 5 years continuous service you will receive a further day’s holiday
PENSION SCHEME
A company pension scheme which the company contributes to on a monthly basis will be available.
BENEFITS
Following successful completion of probation period, we are delighted to offer the following benefits:
Award winning, comprehensive healthcare package including fast access to private medical treatment, digital access to a GP, mental health support, in-patient and day-patient treatment, advanced cancer cover and out-patient surgical procedures
Optical, dental, and audiological cover
Employee assistance programme
Sick pay scheme
Long service rewards
Employee of the month award
Company social events
Cycle to work scheme
Electric vehicle scheme
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