Job Specification - Senior Project Manager
Location:
Luton Area
Package:
£50,000-£55,000 (based on experience)
Status:
Full-time / Permanent
Holiday:
28 days including bank holidays
Benefits:
Flexible working hours, company medical insurance (upon completion of probation)
Working Model:
Office-based with a maximum of 1 remote day per week
About The Role
Disrupt Talent is recruiting for a well-established exhibition design and build company that delivers high-profile projects worldwide. The business is seeking an experienced
Senior Project Manager
with 10+ years of industry experience to lead large-scale exhibition builds and related projects, including retail displays and interior fit-outs.
This opportunity will allow you to join a collaborative, fast-paced team environment, working closely with in-house experts across production, event management, and creative design. The successful candidate will be hands-on, commercially aware, and capable of managing
£250k+ projects
independently from concept through to completion.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the full lifecycle of exhibition build projects, from signed contract to on-site delivery and reconciliation.
* Manage multiple high-value projects concurrently, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
* Act as the primary client contact, maintaining strong client relationships throughout the process.
* Produce and manage project budgets, quotations, and cost reconciliations.
* Liaise with sales, design, production, contractors, and suppliers to coordinate all project requirements.
* Review technical plans, elevations, and artwork, ensuring accuracy before production.
* Manage supplier relationships, placing and overseeing all project orders.
* Take charge of on-site operations, directing crews and engaging with clients during builds.
* Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements and venue regulations.
Required Skills & Experience
* 10+ years' experience in project management within the exhibition design & build industry.
* Proven track record managing £250k+ projects independently without reliance on extensive outsourcing.
* Strong knowledge of exhibition build processes and production.
* Experience working across UK venues (Excel, NEC) and internationally (Europe essential; Middle East/USA desirable).
* Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator/Photoshop), MS Office, and ideally a 3D package (e.g., 3D Studio Max).
* Skilled in budget management, scheduling, and quotation generation.
* Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a high-pressure environment.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Key Attributes
* Commercially sharp with excellent attention to detail.
* Confident, decisive, and capable of solving problems quickly.
* Collaborative and adaptable team player.
* Organised, proactive, and reliable.
Travel Requirements
* Travel is required for UK and international projects.
* Annual travel days are notably fewer than many competitors (typically travel days across the wider market), providing a more balanced workload.
* Candidates must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
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