Production Manager

Wake The Tiger is a radical creative company born in the South West and the visionary force behind the world’s first Amazement Park®. We fuse immersive art, storytelling, and purpose to create unforgettable experiences that disrupt the norm and ignite transformation. Our worlds are built to challenge perception, awaken collective imagination, and provoke real change — socially, environmentally, and culturally. We believe wonder is a catalyst, and amazement a tool — not just for escape, but for building a more connected, conscious, and courageous future.

We are seeking a highly skilled, organised, and proactive Production Manager to oversee the logistics and build operations of the Site Wide delivery at our new London site. This pivotal role will coordinate multi-departmental delivery and daily site operations to ensure our ambitious designs are realised safely, on schedule, and to the highest standard. This is a more office-based role which will work alongside the site wide production team.

The role involves coordinating with the senior producers, construction manager, master draughtspersons, fabricators, suppliers, and contractors to bring our visionary world to life. The Production Manager will be the go-to person for both the construction workflow and site management, ensuring a safe, efficient, and well-coordinated environment.

Responsibilities

• Holding the day-to-day production planning across multiple disciplines including but not limited to: External sub contractors, carpenters, set dressers, scenic artists.
• Turning creative & technical plans into clear timelines, schedules and actions.
• Working with R&I / District producers & Sub Contractors to coordinate across multiple departments.
• Keeping admin and information updated - clear lines of comms.
• Budget management and cost control.
• Coordinating with suppliers, build, and install activity.
• Resourcing and feasibility checks.
• Managing install periods, and on-site delivery.
• Flagging risks early and supporting problem solving.
• RAMS creation and submission.
• Managing safe working onsite and site requirements.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong previous experience managing complex set builds, productions, or construction sites for large-scale projects or retail environments.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, site enabling, set fabrication, and materials.
• In-depth knowledge of health & safety regulations, CDM responsibilities, and site management.
• Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills under pressure.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a wide range of contractors and personalities.
• Comfortable using scheduling and reporting tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings across multiple disciplines.
• Ability to work full-time on site in West London.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Wake the Tiger, we prioritise inclusive and fair recruitment practices. We value diversity in all its forms and welcome candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability status, age, or religion. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

Apply

You can send your CV and covering letter, detailing specifically why you have the experience and passion to be our newest member of the Wake The Tiger team, to jobs@wakethetiger.com.