Job Description
Project Manager – Exhibitions Location: Birmingham Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent We're recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to join a growing business delivering high-quality exhibition stands, experiential activations, trade show environments and bespoke live event projects across the UK and internationally. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded Project Manager with experience in exhibition builds, temporary structures or live events who enjoys managing projects from concept through to onsite installation and handover. The Role * Manage the full lifecycle of exhibition, trade show and experiential projects. * Act as the primary point of contact for clients throughout project delivery. * Develop project plans, programmes and budgets. * Coordinate design, production, fabrication and installation teams. * Liaise with exhibition organisers, venues and technical authorities. * Manage exhibition approvals, permits and venue compliance requirements. * Coordinate procurement of materials, graphics, AV equipment and exhibition components. * Manage suppliers, subcontractors and fabrication partners. * Monitor project budgets, costs and commercial performance. * Negotiate supplier pricing and manage project variations. * Coordinate transport, logistics and international shipping where required. * Lead onsite installations, live event delivery and exhibition breakdowns. * Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and venue requirements. * Identify project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies. * Produce regular project reports for clients and senior management. * Drive projects to successful completion while maintaining quality, programme and budget. About You * Minimum 5 years' experience managing exhibition, trade show or experiential projects. * Proven experience delivering bespoke exhibition stands or temporary structures. * Strong understanding of exhibition build processes and onsite installation. * Experience managing multiple fast-paced projects simultaneously. * Excellent commercial awareness with strong budget management experience. * Confident managing clients, suppliers and multidisciplinary teams. * Ability to interpret technical drawings and production documentation. * Degree qualified in Engineering, Construction Management, Event Management, Architecture or a related discipline. * PMP or equivalent Project Management qualification would be advantageous. If you're an experienced Project Manager with a background in exhibitions, experiential projects or live events, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your latest CV