Production Manager - Events & Festivals

An events production company in London is hiring a Production Manager to take ownership of festival and event projects from brief through to delivery. This is a hybrid position with hands-on site work throughout the year.
Here's what you'll be doing:Managing the full production lifecycle for festivals and live events, from initial client brief through to post-event debriefDesigning site layouts, production schedules and build/derig timelines for each projectCoordinating with health and safety, operations and licensing teams to ensure all events meet regulatory requirementsBuilding and maintaining supplier relationships, negotiating costs and managing procurement across multiple projectsPreparing and presenting production plans at SAG meetings and client reviewsManaging project budgets end to end, tracking spend against contingency and invoicing accuratelyRunning brainstorming sessions and contributing creative ideas to increase client engagement and on-site impactSupporting and mentoring junior team members on technical production skills and client communicationActing as the on-site production lead during live events, overseeing build, show days and derigHere are the skills you'll need:Hands-on experience in festival or outdoor event production, ideally across multiple seasonsStrong working knowledge of health and safety regulations, ESMPs and SAG processesConfident project manager with experience juggling multiple events at different stages simultaneouslyProficient in Microsoft Office, with working knowledge of CAD for site planningBudget management experience, including invoicing, contingency tracking and profitability analysisStrong supplier negotiation skills and an existing network of event industry contactsComfortable presenting to clients and local authority panelsKey perks and benefits:Hybrid working model blending office, home and on-site daysDiverse project portfolio covering festivals, placemaking and experiential activationsOpportunity to develop client relationships and take creative ownership of projectsCollaborative team environment with access to senior leadershipReal variety in the working week, from desk-based planning to live event deliveryWhy pursue a career in events production?Production management in events is one of the most hands-on careers you can build. You get to solve real problems in real time, work with creative teams and technical suppliers, and see the results of your planning play out in front of live audiences. The UK events industry has bounced back strongly, and skilled production managers who can deliver safely and within budget are consistently sought after.