Job description

Production Manager
Location: Manchester
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday 9-5, with evening and weekend flexibility
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum

Role Overview
This Production Manager role sits at the heart of a growing events production company. You'll take ownership of technical and creative delivery across a wide range of live projects, balancing hands-on production management with client communication, planning, budgeting and on-site leadership.

From early concept discussions to final debrief, you'll ensure every element runs smoothly, safely and to an exceptional standard.

What You'll Be Doing

Act as the main point of contact for clients, guiding them through the full production process
Interpret briefs and turn them into clear, actionable production plans
Contribute creative ideas and technical solutions for exhibitions, brand experiences and live events
Produce key project documentation-including schedules, plans, equipment lists and production packs
Manage budgets, track expenditure and prepare quotations that meet both creative and commercial objectives
Coordinate technical teams, freelancers and suppliers, ensuring everyone is aligned with project goals
Attend site visits, walk-throughs and production meetings, often leading discussions
Handle venue liaison, logistics planning and supplier management
Oversee health & safety planning, including RAMS and onsite compliance
Supervise onsite builds, rehearsals and de-rigs, ensuring technical standards are maintained
Support hands-on setup when needed (not essential but beneficial)
Contribute to business growth by spotting opportunities and showcasing the company's full service capabilities
Keep internal systems updated with project progress and schedules
Collaborate with other teams to ensure smooth workflow across the business

What You'll Bring

A minimum of 4 years' experience in technical event or exhibition production
Solid understanding of multiple disciplines (lighting, audio, video, rigging or scenic)
Confident communication skills, able to explain ideas and solutions clearly to clients and colleagues
Experience in technical drawings, AutoCAD or Vectorworks
A creative mindset with the ability to develop ideas that elevate the client experience
Strong organisational ability-comfortable managing several projects at different stages
Calm under pressure with excellent problem-solving skills
A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to adapt to changing requirements
Ability to lead teams onsite with confidence and professionalism
Good commercial awareness and understanding of project profitability
High attention to detail and a commitment to delivering quality work
Full UK driving licence and access to transport

If you are an experienced Production Manager, with solid technical understanding and great interpersonal skills to nurture and develop client relationships by executing exact requirements smoothly, this could b perfect for your next move.