Exhibition / Modular Build Production Manager

Reporting to: Managing Directors (with direct liaison with Project Managers)

Location: 5 Paddock, Road, Skelmersdale, WN8 9PL

The Exhibition / Modular Build Production Manager is a critical operational role responsible for managing the physical production and build phases of all exhibition and modular display projects. This role serves as the essential conduit between the Project Management and senior Production Leadership teams and the hands-on production and installation staff. You will ensure that project requirements, technical specifications, and deadlines are clearly communicated, understood, and executed accurately by the build teams. Your primary objective is to manage the flow of information and production, ensuring all projects are delivered on time, to budget, and to the highest quality standards, with a pure focus on exhibition and modular build solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Liaison & Information Flow: Act as the primary communication link between Project Managers (PMs), senior Production Management, and the technical Production Staff/Build Teams.

• Clear Communication & Instruction: Translate and ensure all project information, build specifications, technical drawings, and deadlines are clearly, accurately, and thoroughly communicated to the production and build staff.

• Team Management & Supervision: Manage and lead the team of Build Managers, Carpenters, and Exhibition/Event Builders, overseeing their daily tasks, resource allocation, and adherence to build standards.

• Deadline Enforcement: Own the production schedule for all exhibition builds, ensuring strict adherence to timelines and collaborating closely with Project Managers to mitigate any risks to the shipping date.

• Workflow Coordination: Manage and coordinate the workflow across all the exhibition and modular build departments.

Required Skills and Experience

• Production Management Experience: Proven, hands-on experience in production management / Project Management with a specific focus on manufacturing or building exhibition stands and modular display systems.

• Technical Expertise: Strong working knowledge of build processes, technical drawing, and converting concepts into manufacturable modular solutions.

• Exhibition Industry Knowledge: Deep experience in the exhibitions, live events, or design & build sectors. Expertise with Modular Exhibition Displays is essential.

• Operational Skills: Strong organizational and workflow management skills, with the ability to manage resource allocation and site coordination.

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and coordinate hands-on build teams and technical staff.

Looking to join a growing team with exciting project scheduled for 2026 and beyond? Send your CV over to info@grafitdisplayhire.com and we'll get in touch shortly!

Exhibition Project Manager

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to join our growing team, specialising in the end-to-end delivery of exhibition stands and live events. The ideal candidate brings a proven background in a fast-paced manufacturing or design-led environment, managing complex projects from initial concept to on-site handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Execution & Delivery: Manage the full project lifecycle for exhibition contracts. This includes setting timelines, managing budgets, and overseeing quality control for projects that may range from small retail rollouts up to large international builds.

• Client & Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, managing expectations regarding production capacity, costs, timelines, and artwork requirements.

• Internal Workflow Management: Work closely with the Managing Director and Production Manager to streamline the handover process, ensuring all job details are complete and accurate before production begins.

• Production & Logistics Coordination: Coordinate with design, studio, and production teams to translate concepts into buildable solutions and manage internal workflows efficiently. Tasks include confirming print specifications, managing asset logistics, coordinating installation and de-rig crews, and defining delivery/collection methods (e.g., handling client collection vs. specific delivery).

• Financial Management: Oversee project budgets, manage costs (e.g., calculating fees for payment methods), and provide timely quotes to clients.

Required Skills and Experience

• Industry Expertise: Proven experience in the exhibitions, live events, or design & build sectors. Experience in Exhibition Design, Exhibition Graphics, and Modular Exhibition Displays is highly desirable.

• Technical & Production Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of print production workflows, technical drawing, and experience converting creative concepts into manufacturable designs. Ability to handle technical details such as bleed requirements and frame specifications.

• Project Leadership: Proven ability to manage large teams or project work streams, demonstrating strong operational strategy and leadership capabilities.

• Personal Attributes: Self-motivated, works well with cross-functional teams, possesses strong attention to detail, and excels in client-facing and negotiation scenarios.

Sound like a career you would be interested in? Get in touch with us! Send your email to info@grafitdisplayhire.com and we will get back to you shortly - we look forward to hearing from you!

Display Hire & Exhibition Stand Job

Job title: Installer — Display Hire & Exhibition Stands

Location: Workshop — Skelmersdale

Salary: Starting at £32,000 pa (dependent on experience)

Type: Full-time. Travel to show / client sites required.

Reports to: Factory Manager

Apply by emailing us your CV - Info@grafitdisplayhire.com

Purpose

Install, assemble and dismantle exhibition stands, display systems and event graphics.

Deliver high-quality finishing onsite, install tension fabrics and large graphics, and ensure work is safe, on time and to client standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture Assemble/dismantle of exhibition stands, modular systems, frames and tension-fabric displays.

• Carry out joinery tasks: measuring, cutting, drilling, fitting timber/metalwork and neat finishing.

• Read and work from technical/shop drawings; mark out and verify dimensions on site.

• Transport materials/equipment, load/unload vans, and maintain secure storage.

• Perform on-site problem-solving and small repairs to stands/fixtures.

• Maintain tools, PPE and company vehicle to company standards.

• Ensure H&S compliance: risk assessments, safe working at height, site rules.

• Liaise with project managers, clients and other contractors to deliver a professional service.

• Work flexibly for early starts, late finishes and occasional weekend/overnight event work.

• Occasionally act as the primary point of contact during project delivery, providing a professional and confident face for the company during on-site client handovers

Person Specification — Essential

• Proven hands-on experience in exhibition stand building, event installation or carpentry/joinery.

• Strong joinery skills and comfort using hand and power tools (saws, drills, sanders, etc.).

• Experience fitting tension fabrics and large graphics is highly desirable.

• Ability to read drawings and follow technical instructions accurately.

• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel to event sites.

• Physically fit and comfortable with lifting, ladder use and working at heights.

• Excellent attention to detail and pride in finish.

• Good communicator, punctual and reliable.

Desirable

• Carpentry/joinery apprenticeship or formal qualification.

• PASMA/IPAF or Working at Height training.

• CSCS or similar site card.

• First aid/manual handling certificates.

• Experience driving company vans

Benefits (suggested)

• Starting salary from £32,000 (dependant on experience)..

• Pension, holiday entitlement and overtime pay

• Training (PASMA/IPAF/joinery upskilling) and clear progression routes.

• Tools provided