Scenic Production Manager (Design & Build Projects)

Purpose of Role

The Scenic Production Manager (Design & Build Projects) is responsible for the technical solutioning, fabrication approach and delivery of scenic elements within Creation projects, with a strong day-to-day presence at Creation’s Shropshire hub.

The role owns how scenic assets are designed, built and delivered, providing technical authority on materials, build methods, fabrication sequencing and quality. Working closely with Production Managers, Technical Design and fabrication teams, the Scenic Production Manager (Design & Build Projects) maintains close oversight of workshop builds and ensures scenic elements are practical, buildable, cost effective and delivered to the required standard.

What you will be responsible for:

• Define appropriate scenic solutions, materials and fabrication methods for each project
• Assess the feasibility of creative concepts and advise on practical scenic approaches
• Develop and agree scenic build strategies in collaboration with Technical Design
• Review drawings, specifications and construction approaches to ensure they are buildable, efficient and compliant
• Undertake site visits and surveys as required to capture critical technical information and dimensions, assess build feasibility, access constraints and installation methodology, and feed findings into scenic design and fabrication planning.
• Act as the technical authority for scenic elements throughout the project lifecycle

• Coordinate scenic delivery from design development through fabrication and installation, working closely with Production Managers to align with overall project delivery requirements.
• Plan and manage scenic scopes across multiple projects, with a focus on workshop based builds
• Develop fabrication and build schedules aligned with overall project programmes
• Coordinate scenic delivery from design development through fabrication and installation
• Monitor progress closely within the workshop and across outsourced fabrication
• Identify scenic risks early and implement mitigation strategies to maintain quality, programme and build efficiency

• Maintain a strong on site presence within Creation’s Shropshire workshop
• Provide day to day leadership, direction and technical oversight to in house fabrication activity
• Appoint, brief and manage outsourced fabrication partners and specialist scenic suppliers
• Ensure internal and external fabricators are fully briefed with clear drawings, specifications, schedules and quality expectations
• Monitor progress, quality and programme across all fabrication activity
• Act as the primary point of escalation for fabrication issues, changes or risks
• Ensure scenic assets are delivered ready for installation and aligned with agreed standards

• Produce accurate scenic estimates, specifications and cost inputs
• Manage scenic spend within agreed project budgets
• Track scenic costs and support reconciliation at project close
• Support Production Managers with technical clarity during budgeting and commercial decision making

• Implement and maintain quality control across scenic outputs within the workshop and on site
• Ensure scenic elements meet design intent, technical standards and safety requirements
• Support site installation, problem solving and quality sign off as required
• Work collaboratively with Production Managers and Lead Installers during delivery phases
• Team Collaboration and Flexibility
• Operate as part of the wider Production Management team, supporting colleagues and flexing responsibilities where required to ensure successful project delivery
• Provide additional support across projects during peak workshop or delivery periods
• Contribute to a collaborative, solution led production culture across Production and Fabrication teams

What we are looking for:

• Proven experience in scenic production, fabrication or build led project management
• Strong understanding of materials, fabrication processes and construction methods
• Experience working closely with workshops and managing outsourced fabrication
• Track record of delivering complex scenic builds from design through to installation
• Experience producing accurate estimates, specifications and fabrication schedules
• Highly methodical, detail oriented and technically confident
• Technical design or fabrication background (Desirable)
• CAD literacy with the ability to read and interrogate drawings and 3D models (Desirable)
• Experience within experiential, live events, exhibitions or temporary installations (Desirable)
• Understanding of health and safety requirements within workshop and public facing environments (Desirable)

A bit about Creation

We are an industry leading full service Brand Experience group that produces and executes an exciting portfolio of projects with a range of flagship clients. Since 2012 we have been disrupters of the experiential marketing and live event industry, managing client projects from concept through to delivery.

Creation is founded around four key service offerings – Creative, Production, Live and Asset & Inventory Management which enable us to offer our clients a turn key solution to deliver stand out brand experiences. We focus on creative, solution-led, high quality outputs and through integrity, passion and a one team mentality we are trusted by our clients to create and deliver the impossible. We dedicate ourselves to fostering a collaborative environment where our employees are continuously striving for excellence, innovation and professional growth, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to contribute, thrive and make a meaningful impact.

This approach has set us apart from agencies in our field, leading to record breaking growth and recognition as one of the fastest growing companies both in the UK and Europe (Financial Times – FT 1000, Sunday Times Top 100, FEBE) for the last three consecutive years. We are also Silver-accredited by Ecovadis which recognises companies for their sustainability practices and their commitment to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) policies.

As we look to the future, we continue to expand, notably into global markets with the right leaders and teams at the forefront.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we’re committed to diversity and inclusion. We don’t discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected status.