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Job Title


Head of Build


Company : Showblock | An Arena Company


Location : southampton, south east england


Created : 2025-04-26


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Head of Build:The Head of Build is responsible for managing and co-ordinating the fabrication of all projects for Showblock.This head of build role will be responsible for ensuring we meet our high profile clients build expectations, delivering on briefs for their structure fit out, whilst ensuring efficient and cost effective work is carried out.You will be able to motivate a team of highly skilled tradespeople, and juggle a complex calendar from conception, build to on-site installation. You will be able to apply your experience in customer facing brand activations and event installations. You will be proficient in time and budget management, and bring high levels of enthusiasm with the ability to collaborative across multi skilled teams.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESAssume overarching responsibility for all projects, overseeing all aspects of construction to client specificationResourcing the freelance fabrication teams through all disciplines, primarily but not limited to carpentry, electricians, scenic and paintWorking with Production Managers to formulate the best methodologies for the physical fabrication of our clients designsIdentified the on site resource required and bookingWorking with the Workshop Manager and Head of Production to oversee the fabrication of projects through the workshop and their installation on siteScoping, creating and managing fabrication timelines in the workshop and flagging where challenges are in busy event seasonOffering creative and technically sound solutions to project challengesEnsuring all fabrication is carried out line with specific RAMS and general H&S legislation, and accompanying structural reportsWorking with Production Managers to deliver on budget for builds, and flagging areas of concernsEnsuring a positive and approachable environment within the workshop, guiding different skill levels with in team to achieve incredible resultsTaking responsibility for quality control on structures and core stock items as they return to workshopIf you'd like to apply for this great opportunity, please apply online, uploading your CV and cover letter, telling us how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience for the role and why you think you'd be a great fit for Arena Event Group.