Description

Bompas & Parr is recruiting a Project Director, for a fixed term contract providing maternity cover for a duration of 13 months starting in March 2021. 
Bompas & Parr is a creative, dynamic and fast-moving company. Our work ranges from publishing books on mixology to creating indoor rainbows. We’re a fun, close-knit organization who love what we do and do what we love. 
The role will Project Director maternity cover with at least 5 years’ experience and thrives on managing and executing highly creative and ambitious projects that provide vivid, unique and unforgettable experiences we would love to hear from you. You will be the driving force behind the scenes making everything run smoothly.
Objectives 
Manage and produce one of a kind projects from ideation to completion 
Deliver unique design concepts and consultancy to clients 
Full account management focussing on long-term client strategy to ensure projects are leveraged to maximise budgets and KPI’s 
Establish project strategies to reduce project risk, issues and costs and ensure feasibility of ideas 
Stakeholder management underpinned by strong professional relationship building 
Protect the creative and see it realised in alignment with the clients’ business needs 
End-to-end project management, project planning, reporting and analysis 
Onsite event management and client management 
Competent design consultancy alongside event management 
Complete financial management; project forecasting, budgeting, reporting and reconciliation 
High level project and team leadership 
Work with the Directors to bring in repeat and new business
General Responsibilities 
Actively drive new business 
Project financial management 
Creative development 
Project management 
Project risk management 
Process and procedure development 
Vision input and development 
Mentoring 
Leading creative groups and cultural influences / experiences
Client management and relationships 
Build strong and fruitful relationships with key client accounts by serving as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to clients 
Be totally ‘in-tune’ with clients’ business needs and subsequent opportunities 
Manage all client requests and work seamlessly with the events team to implement efficient team output 
Provide analytical approaches to problem solve and soar above clients’ expectations 
Work with the creative team from concept to construction to ensure best value in line with client budget
Project management 
Manage multi-event and design budgets across the entire project life-cycle 
Manage creative development in line with production capabilities and budget 
Establish the best operational approach for each event 
Liaise with client procurement teams and plan and co-ordinate tender documents and preparation of estimates and contracts 
Develop strong and effective partnerships with all team members to ensure effective project development and delivery 
Ensure clear lines of communication between team members, ensuring all deadlines are met 
Produce, oversee and keep up-to-date client presentations (written and visual) 
Create all project administration documents such as estimates, scopes of work, timelines, briefing documents, production schedules, delivery plans, project progress status reports, H&S checklists, COSHH requirements, design risk assessments and construction phase plans 
Coordinate client meetings; create meeting agendas, take meticulous notes and write succinct contact reports 
Co-ordination of project evaluation reviews, financial reports and overall success metrics analysis 
Identify the necessary creative and production skills and project team required 
Production Manage and contract third-party contractors and suppliers and ensure we receive the best price and service available 
Manage all technical production requirements 
Manage Construction Design Management (CDM) where required 
Write briefs for design, structural build, audio visual, staffing, venue hire and props
Project management 
Create briefing documentation for staff, contractors and crew including event H&S procedures and checklists 
Full onsite management of risks and H&S 
Onsite management of multiple suppliers and contractors 
Manage the build and de-rig process, timeline and crew members 
Onsite client management to ensure smooth event execution against the brief
Finance 
Creation of client estimates including multiple currencies 
Advanced budgeting skills up to £750k 
Demonstrate costs value/efficiency to clients and be able to justify itemised costs 
Completion of all financial aspects of the project including: Estimates - fees and production costs, sub-contractor negotiation, monitoring head hours, tracking expenses and head hours, PO’s, invoices, reconciliation and internal financial reports
Experience 
At least five years of client services experience 
At least five years agency experience 
At least five years live event experience managing complex events and build 
End-to-end event management, event logistics and live event execution 
Demonstrated account competencies: client focus, accountability for results, attention to detail and professional confidence 
Outstanding operational and reporting skills 
Experience of working in a creative/design lead environment 
Curiosity for learning about client businesses and a passion for solving business challenges 
Flawless delivery of client commitments, exceeding client expectations 
High level of self-motivation, discretion, time management, diligence and attention to detail 
High proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google apps and Keynote 
Deep knowledge of the events, arts, contemporary culture, hospitality and F&B industry 
Competent in Keynote, Google apps and Microsoft Office 
Digital experience would be ideal 
Able to adapt to change and respond positively when faced with complex scenarios 
Able to work autonomously, investigate and think analytically to problem-solve in 
Experience in a high volume, fast paced and dynamic environment 
Experience with working across multiple projects at once 
Working within a fast-paced environment
General 
Must be able to understand all the different elements involved in the journey of an extraordinary experience
Be an advocate for creative collaboration and excellence creative and intelligent manner 
Be a self-starter with excellent judgement and decision-making skills 
Willingness to work flexible hours 
Excellent industry contacts within the events world 
Line manager of an Account Manager and Technical Account Manager. Alongside writing and conducting quarterly personal development plans and supporting your team to flourish and meet their goals 
Have full oversight and provide senior support to Account Managers with their projects 
Be innately driven to succeed, optimistic and future focused 
Possess a clear passion and energy for Bompas & Parr 
Undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required 
Able to travel internationally 
Be able to speak knowledgeably about all aspects of the work of Bompas & Parr and to support the organisation’s principal aims and objectives 
Communicate regularly and effectively with the Directors and to seek support from appropriate staff at the earliest opportunity should problems arise