Project/operations Manager - Northampton, United Kingdom - THE SELECTION PARTNERSHIP LTD

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Project/Operations Manager/Coordinator, Northampton, £25-40k+ (depends on experience)

This multi awarding company has a prestigious clients base and has built a reputation on creating, building and delivering/installing high quality Exhibition Stands on a Global basis.

They now have an opening within their Project Management Team for either a Project/Operations Manager or Coordinator, who ideally has experience of working within Exhibitions and/or Events.

You will be working within a busy and fast paced office environment, along with attending sites during build/breakdown, so good organisational and time management skills are essential to ensure objectives are achieved.


Main Responsibilities:

  • Manage and assist with all relevant duties pre, onsite and post exhibition installation.
  • Prepare and maintain accurate project plans and schedules, acting appropriately should the activity change.
  • Attend Project team/planning meetings, taking ownership of projects/actions where required.
  • Create and deliver the relevant crew documentation in conjunction with assigned projects.
  • Working within a small team being selfmotivated and willing to get involved in multiple/varied projects.
  • Liaising with internal departments to ensure all elements of the project are on schedule, within budget and delivered to a high standard.
  • Communicating with show organisers in all aspects of event planning and organisation.
  • Build and maintain relationships with existing contractors and suppliers.
  • Produce all relevant Health & Safety documentations and ensure all submission deadlines are met.
  • General project admin including placing service orders, raising PO's and keeping all internal systems updated.
  • Working closely with our workshop in the UK and various European contractors, scheduling their travel/accommodation and transport requirements for each show.
  • Create and manage all international custom documents for export and imports of nonperishable goods.
  • Attending various Exhibitions shows (UK, European and oversees)
**Experience & Skills

  • Competent in Microsoft Office Software
  • Interpersonal and communication skills
  • Analytical and problemsolving abilities
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Project Management
  • Knowledge of Auto-CAD (desirable but not essential)
  • Confident in travelling alone or as part of a team
  • Experience in the exhibition industry is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided.
**Due to the nature of the industry, there could be times when you will need to work outside conventional office hours - including late nights and weekends.

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