The Role: Install Manager
Location: Cardiff (Workshop / Office based / Some onsite work)
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 dependant on experience
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week 8am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Full-time
Position Overview:
We’re looking for an experienced Installation Manager to join Wild Creations and help deliver exciting projects across the world.
Working with our Head of Installations, you’ll lead the planning and delivery of multiple installations from concept through to completion, ensuring every project is delivered safely, efficiently, on time, to budget and to the highest possible standard.
You’ll work closely with our Design, Production and Projects teams to make sure installation requirements are considered early, while leading our installation teams on site and coordinating freelancers, contractors and logistics.
About Us: Wild Creations is a leading provider of innovative design, manufacturing and installation solutions for props and scenery within the theme park, entertainment and marketing industries. With a passion for creativity and craftsmanship, we specialise in bringing our clients' visions to life through our exceptional workmanship and attention to detail.
Key responsibilities
- Lead and develop the Installation team, creating a supportive, professional and safety-focused working environment.
- Plan and oversee the installation of multiple national and international projects.
- Coordinate schedules, people, equipment, materials and transport.
- Work with Design, Production and Projects to identify and resolve installation challenges early.
- Manage installation budgets and resources, ensuring projects remain on track and within budget.
- Oversee site operations, including construction, rigging, installation and dismantling.
- Ensure risk assessments, site reports and safe working practices are maintained to a high standard.
- Act as a key point of contact for issues arising on site and work proactively to find solutions.
- Keep Project Managers and the Head of Installations updated on progress, risks and budgets.
- Contribute to project debriefs and help drive continual improvement across the department.
- Represent Wild Creations professionally with clients, contractors and suppliers.
About you
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience managing installations, site operations or a similar project-based environment.
- Is confident leading teams and coordinating freelancers and contractors.
- Has strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Understands site safety, risk management and safe working practices.
- Can manage budgets, logistics and multiple priorities.
- Communicates confidently with clients, suppliers and internal teams.
- Is practical, calm under pressure and comfortable adapting when plans change.
- Is willing to travel internationally and work on site when required.
- Experience within creative production, scenic fabrication, events, exhibitions, entertainment or themed environments would be a real advantage.
Why Wild Creations?
We create extraordinary things for clients around the world, bringing together design, fabrication, scenic production and installation.
You’ll join a creative, growing business with a strong family feel, working alongside talented people and helping to deliver projects that are anything but ordinary.
If you’re an experienced installation professional who enjoys leading people, solving problems and seeing a project come together, we’d love to hear from you.
We offer the following benefits:
- A day off on your Birthday in addition to the usual 28 days holiday (including BH).
- Extra holiday after 2 years’ service (up to 5 extra days).
- Enhanced company pension contributions.
- Private medical insurance (after probation).
- Cycle to Work scheme (after probation).
- Free on-site parking.
- A creative, inclusive and forward-thinking workplace.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- The chance to work on high-profile, one-of-a-kind projects.
- Great coffee.
How to Apply: To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and what interests you about this role to: [email protected] by 8pm, Monday 31st August. **Strictly No Agencies**
Please note: We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a strong application from the right candidate, so early applications are encouraged.
Wild Creations is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and we believe creativity thrives through different perspectives and lived experiences. We are a Real Living Wage employer as well as a Disability Confident - Committed employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cardiff CF24 5HB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Diploma of Higher Education (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
