Experiential Production Manager - Retail and Brand Environments

Experiential Production Manager – Retail & Brand Environments Battersea / Hybrid – Up to £100,000 + Benefits We're looking for an experienced Experiential Production Manager to join a growing independent design and production studio delivering flagship retail environments, pop-ups, exhibitions and bespoke brand activations for major global brands. You'll take ownership of the physical production process, turning ambitious designs into beautifully finished environments. Working closely with designers, Producers and Directors, you'll lead projects through design development, fabrication, logistics and installation. Your experience should include managing bespoke physical builds, with a strong understanding of materials, construction methods, technical requirements and onsite delivery. The role You'll own the detailed production workstream, managing fabricators, contractors, suppliers, build budgets and schedules. Alongside a Producer who leads the overall client relationship and project, you'll ensure the creative vision translates into a practical, commercially viable and safely delivered build. Responsibilities include:

• Leading production from design development through fabrication, installation and breakdown.
• Translating creative concepts into buildable, cost-effective production solutions.
• Reviewing technical drawings, specifications, materials, finishes and construction methods.
• Building and managing production budgets, schedules, scopes of work and supplier quotations.
• Sourcing, briefing and managing fabricators, contractors and specialist suppliers.
• Identifying technical, commercial and logistical risks and resolving issues proactively.
• Overseeing site surveys, workshop visits, pre-builds and quality control.
• Planning freight, transport, storage, site access and installation logistics.
• Leading onsite production teams across UK and international projects.
• Managing relevant health and safety documentation, RAMS and contractor requirements.
• Working closely with Producers and designers to align creative ambition with budget, programme and production constraints.
• Reconciling production costs and identifying improvements for future projects. What we're looking for:
• 5+ years' relevant production management experience across experiential installations, branded retail fit-outs, pop-ups, exhibition stands or scenic builds.
• Proven ownership of bespoke physical builds from design development through fabrication and installation.
• Strong practical knowledge of materials, finishes, fabrication methods and construction processes.
• Confidence reviewing technical drawings and resolving build challenges with designers and fabricators.
• Experience managing production budgets, supplier negotiations and commercial performance.
• Strong understanding of logistics, site operations, installation and breakdown.
• Experience coordinating specialist contractors and managing production health and safety.
• Excellent organisation, clear communication and a calm, decisive approach under pressure.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and internationally. International delivery and experience working on projects worth £500,000+ would be advantageous. What's on offer:
• Salary up to £100,000, depending on experience.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Unlimited holiday.
• Flexible working between the Battersea studio and remote.
• Personal development allowance.
• Choice of hardware and software.
• UK and international travel.
• Genuine project ownership within a lean, collaborative studio, working directly with Directors, designers and production specialists. Please quote reference ILS281 when applying.