Production Manager

Production Manager – Museum Fabrication & Build

South London

Our client is a creative construction company specialising in the delivery of high-end projects across the museum, exhibition and contemporary art sectors. With in-house workshop facilities and a strong reputation for delivering complex, design-led builds from concept through to installation, they operate across the UK and internationally .

Following continued growth and internal restructuring, they are now looking to appoint a Production Manager to support the delivery of technically complex fabrication and build projects within the museum and exhibition space.

The Role

This is a key position within the business, working closely with design, project management and workshop teams to ensure the successful delivery of bespoke builds.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing the production lifecycle from design handover through to workshop build and site installation 
• Overseeing in-house workshop output, ensuring quality, programme and resource alignment 
• Translating technical drawings into practical build solutions, working closely with CAD/design teams 
• Managing materials, fabrication processes and construction methods across multiple projects 
• Coordinating internal teams including joinery, scenic build, finishing and installation crews 
• Liaising with Project Managers to ensure programme alignment, budgets and delivery milestones 
• Managing external suppliers and specialist subcontractors where required 
• Supporting installation phases on-site when needed 
• Ensuring all works are delivered in line with H&S and quality standards 

The Candidate

Candidates must come from a fabrication-led background with clear experience in physical build environments. This is not an events-led production role.

Key requirements:

• Proven experience as a Production Manager / Workshop Manager / Senior Build Manager 
• Strong background within museum, exhibition, scenic build or bespoke fabrication environments 
• Solid understanding of materials, joinery, metalwork, props or scenic construction 
• Experience managing workshop teams and production output 
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and collaborate with CAD/design teams 
• Knowledge of construction methods and fabrication processes 
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills 

Preferred:

• Experience working within museum or exhibition design & build companies 
• Exposure to high-end, bespoke or one-off builds 
• Basic CAD understanding 

Key Traits

• Hands-on and technically minded 
• Detail-driven with a focus on quality 
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, creative build environment 
• Strong communicator across both workshop and client-facing teams