Marsden Exhibitions
Bespoke Exhibitions Project Manager
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About Us
Marsden Direct Group is a vibrant exhibition, VM and large format print company based in Loughborough. Marsden Exhibitions, with over 25 years in operation, is an industry-leading and rapidly growing exhibition design and build service. We are a close-knit team that thrives in a collaborative and relaxed environment. We deliver creative and impactful exhibition stands for clients globally.
The Role
Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Exhibition Project Manager to join our Bespoke team. The ideal candidate would have solid industry experience to take ownership of bespoke exhibition projects from initial brief through to final install and post-show review. You will have a good grounding in industry regulations and compliance (including health & safety, CDM Regulations, and venue/organiser manuals) along with a strong working knowledge of materials, build techniques and graphics production, so you can read technical drawings, brief manufacturing teams accurately and quality-check delivery against spec. You will work closely with clients, our 3D design team, production partners and external contractors to deliver high-quality stands on time, on budget and to exceptional standards.
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What You’ll Do
- Manage the full project lifecycle for bespoke exhibition stands – from enquiry and briefing through design development, production, logistics, installation and post-show debrief.
- Act as the main point of contact for clients, building strong working relationships and ensuring clear communication throughout.
- Work closely with the 3D design team to translate client briefs into practical, impactful exhibition stands.
- Coordinate contractors, suppliers, joinery, production and logistics to ensure seamless delivery.
- Prepare accurate project costings, monitor budgets and maintain margins.
- Conduct post-show reviews and contractor evaluations to drive continuous improvement.
- Support business development by nurturing existing client relationships and contributing to new opportunities where appropriate.
- Travel to site to support installations and client meetings.
Who You Are
- Proven experience in exhibition project management or a closely related field within the exhibitions/events industry.
- Grounding knowledge of technical drawings, joinery and production methods for temporary structures.
- Excellent client-facing and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Commercially aware, comfortable with budgeting, costings and delivering projects profitably.
- Confident coordinating internal teams (design, production) and external suppliers/contractors.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented and happy to travel when required.
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What We Offer
- The chance to work on varied, high-quality bespoke exhibition projects for clients in the UK, USA and EU.
- An informal, relaxed and friendly team environment.
- Competitive package: attractive salary (OTE available), company car allowance, mobile phone and travel expenses.
- Professional development opportunities within a growing creative business.
- Modern workplace culture based at our Loughborough office.
- Variety and challenge – no two projects are the same.
Salary: £35k+ Depending On Experience
Ready to Apply?
If you have solid industry experience and are looking for a varied project management role in a dynamic exhibition company, we’d love to hear from you.
Contact Us
Marsden Direct Group Ltd
Unit 23 Jubilee Drive, Loughborough, LE11 5XS
Tel: +44 (0) 1509 238 800
Email: info@marsdendirect.co.uk
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