Experiential Projects and Fabrication Manager

Experiential Projects and Fabrication Manager

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
• Experience 5 years
• Location Lagos
• Job Field Project and Program Management

Job Objective

• The Experiential Projects & Fabrication Manager will be responsible for leading the planning, production, fabrication, installation, and delivery of experiential marketing projects, brand activations, exhibitions, retail displays, weddings, and events. The role ensures every project is executed to the highest standards of quality, safety, functionality, and aesthetics while remaining within approved budgets and timelines.
• Working closely with the Client Service, Creative, 3D Design, Procurement, Warehouse, and Operations teams, the Experiential Projects & Fabrication Manager translates creative concepts and technical drawings into practical, buildable solutions. The role provides leadership throughout the project lifecycle—from production planning and material selection to fabrication, installation, onsite execution, and project close-out.
• The ideal candidate combines strong project leadership with extensive technical knowledge of fabrication, production processes, construction materials, vendor management, and onsite execution within a fast-paced experiential marketing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, fabrication, installation, and dismantling of experiential marketing projects, exhibitions, and brand activations.
• Review, interpret, and validate client briefs, 3D renders, and production specifications before execution.
• Develop comprehensive project execution plans, detailing project scope, timelines, milestones, resource allocation, budgets, procurement schedules, production activities, logistics, installation plans, and project close-out requirements.
• Translate creative concepts into practical fabrication and production plans while maintaining design intent and functionality.
• Develop comprehensive project execution plans, production schedules, installation timelines, and manpower plans.
• Lead project execution from design approval through fabrication, logistics, installation, event delivery, dismantling, and final handover.
• Coordinate activities across the Creative, 3D Design, Client Service, Procurement, Warehouse, Logistics, and Finance teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Supervise workshop operations, fabrication teams, installers, carpenters, welders, painters, electricians, and freelance production crews.
• Develop Bills of Quantities (BOQs), material specifications, and production requirements for each project.
• Source, evaluate, negotiate, and manage fabricators, production vendors, and specialist subcontractors to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Conduct site inspections and technical assessments before production and installation, identifying risks and developing mitigation plans.
• Monitor project budgets, material consumption, labor costs, and production expenses to ensure projects remain commercially viable.
• Ensure fabricated items comply with approved drawings, client expectations, structural integrity requirements, and company quality standards before installation.
• Provide onsite leadership during installations, ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and within approved timelines.