Scenic Production Manager
Location: Essex / Onsite Projects
Permanent | Full-Time
We're working with a well-established experiential production business that delivers high‑quality scenic builds, brand activations, exhibitions and immersive experiences for a diverse client base.
They're looking for a Scenic Production Manager to take ownership of projects from initial briefing through to installation, delivery and post‑project evaluation. This is a hands‑on role for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced production environment and enjoys balancing client management, project delivery and onsite execution.
The Role:
* Lead the end‑to‑end production process across multiple scenic and experiential projects
* Manage project timelines, budgets and production schedules
* Coordinate internal teams, freelancers and external suppliers
* Oversee health & safety documentation, including RAMS
* Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget and to a high standard
* Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout project delivery
* Attend and lead onsite installations, builds and live event delivery
* Identify innovative and cost‑effective production solutions
* Monitor quality control throughout the production process
* Support the wider business through effective planning, communication and project reporting
About You:
* Experience managing scenic, exhibition, experiential or live event production projects
* Strong understanding of production processes from concept through to installation
* Confident managing budgets, schedules and supplier relationships
* Experienced producing RAMS and working within H&S guidelines
* Excellent organisational and project management skills
* Comfortable working in a fast‑moving environment with multiple deadlines
* Strong communicator with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders
* Positive, proactive and solutions‑focused approach
What's on Offer:
* Opportunity to work on a wide variety of creative production projects
* High level of ownership and responsibility
* Collaborative and supportive team environment
* Career progression within a growing business
* Competitive salary and long‑term opportunity within the experiential events sector
DNA is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
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