Senior Scenic Project Manager

As Senior Scenic Project Manager at Light Fantastic Production Services, you'll lead the delivery of exceptional scenic environments for some of the UK's most exciting live events. You'll turn creative concepts into practical, buildable solutions, guiding projects from initial design through to installation while leading skilled teams to deliver outstanding results.

If you're passionate about scenic construction, thrive on managing complex projects and enjoy seeing ambitious ideas come to life on site, this is the role for you.

Working at Light Fantastic

We're trusted by world-leading brands to create live experiences that inspire, engage and leave lasting impressions. From iconic venues to immersive productions, no two projects are ever the same. We're growing because our clients trust us to deliver exceptional work - and we're looking for people who share that same drive for excellence. Our culture is built around collaboration, creativity and doing great work with great people. We work hard, support one another, celebrate success and genuinely enjoy what we do. If you're passionate about live events, love finding solutions and want to work alongside some of the industry's best, you'll feel right at home.

Everyone deserves the opportunity to work on exciting & creative projects with great people - it’s what our work is all about.

Founder - Rob Myer

The Role

This isn't just project management.

You'll be a scenic expert involved from the earliest stages of a project, helping shape creative concepts into practical construction solutions before leading the project through planning, manufacture, installation and final delivery.

Working closely with clients, suppliers and internal teams, you'll ensure every scenic project is delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the exceptionally high standards we're known for.

You'll combine technical expertise in scenic construction with strong commercial and project management skills, balancing creative ambition with practical delivery to create outstanding live experiences for our clients.

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What You'll Be Doing

Build trusted relationships with clients, understanding project objectives and providing expert scenic guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
Analyse, challenge and refine client briefs, developing practical scenic construction solutions in collaboration with design, production and technical teams.
Produce accurate quotations, budgets, construction drawings, material specifications and project documentation to deliver commercially effective solutions.
Manage project budgets, schedules, procurement, logistics and installation programmes from concept through to completion.
Lead, motivate and coordinate scenic workshop teams, contractors and on-site crews, ensuring seamless delivery across multiple live events.
Adapt confidently to changing project requirements and on-site challenges, keeping programmes, budgets and quality standards on track.
Champion the highest standards of health and safety, craftsmanship and project delivery, while sharing your expertise to support the development of the wider scenic team.

The best thing about working at Light Fantastic is the awesome
projects we do and the great team we work alongside!

Chhaya Lad - CNC Operator

What We're Looking For

You'll bring deep expertise in scenic construction, with the ability to produce technical construction drawings and develop practical, buildable designs. You'll also have a strong understanding of scenic materials, construction methods and installation techniques, enabling you to deliver high-quality scenic solutions from concept through to completion.

You'll also have:

Minimum of 6 years of scenic construction design experience in the live event industry (or similar field)
Strong system design and implementation knowledge
Solid understanding of materials, finishes and build methods.
Strong technical drawing capability using AutoCAD (or other similar design tool).
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Passionate problem solver who uses logic and creativity to get the job done.
Calm under pressure with a positive, solutions focused approach to problem solving. Willingness to undertake any other tasks as reasonably requested
Flexibility on location and working hours due to the demands of the role and industry we work in.
Experience coaching and developing others; previous line management experience is advantageous but not essential.
A full UK driving license is highly preferable.

What’s in it for you?

We believe exceptional people deserve an exceptional place to work.

When you join Light Fantastic you'll be part of:

Exciting projects with leading brands and venues.
A supportive, collaborative team that genuinely has each other's backs.
Opportunities to grow your skills and develop your career.
Great wellbeing and healthcare benefits.
Team socials and company events.
Recognition and rewards for great work.
A business where your ideas and expertise genuinely make a difference.

If you're looking for a role where you can own projects from concept to delivery, work alongside brilliant people and create unforgettable live experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

Community

We celebrate birthdays and enjoy fun company days out that bring everyone together.

Start most mornings with delicious pastries and fresh fruit.

Ignite friendly competition through lively in-house pool tournaments.

Health & Wellbeing

Benefit from comprehensive private healthcare and dental plans to keep you feeling your best.

Enjoy enhanced company sick pay to support you during unforeseen moments.

Our Respite policy ensures that any longer days or weekend work are balanced out, giving you the time you need to recharge.

Growth & Development

Access high-spec computers and software to excel both personally and professionally.

We are committed to your future with a generous pension plan for peace of mind.

Celebrate milestones through our long service reward scheme.

Benefit from continuous learning and development to advance your career.

Key Role Details:

Reports To: Head of Projects

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, with some flexibility required due to our industry.

Location: Hybrid, 3 days at our Borehamwood office with 2 days working remotely.

Salary: £55-65k depending on experience

Holiday: 30 Days including Bank Holidays

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. To be considered, you must already have the legal right to work in the UK.