Project & Installations Manager

Acierta is a design and production house with offices in London, Valencia, Paris, Doha and NY, operating globally. Founded in 2005, we are a team of experienced specialists in creativity, production, logistics, and installation across Retail, Events, and Hospitality projects.

We are looking for a talented, pragmatic, and resourceful Project & Installations Manager to join our growing London office, based in East London. This is an exciting career opportunity within a fast-growing business.

About the Role

The ideal candidate will be a strong team player with project management experience in the design or retail industry, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Projects range from large-scale worldwide productions to bespoke one-off installations.

This role supports the Project and Operations Manager across multiple projects, ensuring:

• Compliance with production drawings
• Well-planned installation schedules
• Coordination of set-up and logistics crews
• On-site monitoring and quality control

All projects must be delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal profile combines a technical design and production background with strong on-site management skills. Experience using SolidWorks, CAD, or Rhino as well as MS Office and Adobe Suite is essential. Languages: English mandatory; Spanish a strong advantage. PRINCE2 or other project management certifications (e.g., PMP, PMI, Agile).

Key Responsibilities

• Organise, manage, and oversee Acierta UK’s involvement in all assigned projects within Acierta Group.
• Supervise and coordinate all installations in the UK for Acierta Group.
• Expand and strengthen the UK supplier network, building lasting relationships.
• Coordinate internal and external supplier production and installation workflows.
• Analyse and interpret technical and design briefings accurately.
• Define project objectives, schedules, and deliverables, ensuring timely execution.
• Organise and lead meetings with all stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
• Foster alignment between the UK production team and the broader organisational goals.
• Coordinate with HUBS to ensure production schedules/quotations align with.
• Serve as a key stakeholder in the Acierta UK team for all HUBS worldwide.
• Keep stakeholders informed of progress and milestones.
• Conduct site visits, oversee set-ups (including overnight installations), and ensure fabrication quality.
• Survey spaces for new projects, applying strong fabrication and installation knowledge.
• Represent Acierta WW in client and department store meetings.
• Travel as required across the UK and EU for meetings and installations.
• Maintain strong knowledge of fabrication techniques and materials.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Industrial Design, Product Design, Architecture).
• Technical design and production background, with proficiency in CAD, SolidWorks, and Rhino (required).
• Proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Suite.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail, with ability to manage multiple projects at once.
• Team-oriented yet self-motivated, with the ability to work independently.
• Willingness to travel for work meetings and installations.

Experience

Minimum 3 years’ experience in project coordination, project management, or a related technical role.

What We Offer

A full-time position with competitive compensation and benefits, and the opportunity to grow within an international creative and production team. If you are a proactive, detail-oriented individual with experience in project coordination, technical design, and production—and enjoy bringing ideas to life on site—we encourage you to apply.