Senior Project Manager/Production Manager

Overview Senior Project Manager / Production Manager role with a joinery and retail agency that designs fixed and temporary display units. They work on retail store fit-outs and pop-up shops. The position is based in Essex and requires on-site work five days a week.Responsibilities Support the Project Management team and manage your own projects from initial proposal through production, delivery, and install.Lead the delivery process across a diverse workload with a focus on joinery and stand builds, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently.Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to document project scope, deliverables, goals, risks and issues, success measures, and estimated resources.Plan, schedule, monitor, and report on activities, including subcontractor monitoring; create and distribute project communications such as workshop briefs, installation notes, schedules, and budgets.Oversee install and site calendars for the project management team and work with the Production Workshop Manager and Managing Director to align priorities and workload.Coordinate logistics for installations, including weekly calendars and vehicle allocation.Communicate effectively with all levels of the business and with clients; develop and manage client relations.Lead problem-solving across departments and coordinate cross-functional teams to contribute to successful installations.Bring a strong understanding of the delivery and production processes for retail displays and events, including the technical aspects of production and installation.Be available for on-site work, including overnight periods when required.Qualifications Five years of experience as a Project Manager or similar role, with responsibility for defining and managing project scope, timelines, profitability, and delivery of products or services.Experience delivering both customer-facing and internally facing products or services.Strong leadership, influence, and stakeholder management across all levels, including senior directors.Desirable health and safety qualification or good understanding of health and safety practices.Ability to work on-site as required, including overnight work for installations.Employment type Full-timeJob function Project Management, Production, and Customer ServiceIndustries Events Services, Retail, and Design ServicesLocation: Essex, England, United Kingdom. On-site five days per week.

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