Job Advert: Staging Construction Manager - ES Global

Location: Worldwide Travel
Contract Type: Seasonal Employment or Freelancer
Industry: Live Events, Staging, Temporary Structures

Join the Team Behind some of the World's Biggest Events

ES Global is a world leader in designing and delivering bespoke temporary structures, event overlay, and staging solutions for some of the most iconic live events on the planet. From global sporting spectacles to major music tours, cultural festivals, and public sector projects-our work shapes experiences seen by millions.

We're now looking for an experienced, hands-on Staging Construction Manager to lead our on-site staging construction and bring our ambitious builds to life.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love solving problems on the fly, and get excited about seeing a world-class event come together from the ground up-this is the role for you.
• What You'll Be Doing

As our Staging Construction Manager, you will take charge of on-site construction operations, ensuring every project is delivered safely, efficiently, on-time and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead staging crews across a variety of stadiums and venues-indoor, outdoor, domestic, and international

• Ensure Health & Safety and sustainability protocols are rigorously followed

• Work closely with Project Managers, Design teams, Crew Boss, Site Coordinators and Yard Operations for seamless delivery

• Assess and adjust crew numbers in line with build and dismantle planning and progress

• Interpret stage designs, technical drawings, and construction plans

• Develop and maintain construction timelines to meet strict deadlines

• Collaborate with client teams, riggers, production crews, subcontractors, and local venue partners

• Allocate labour, materials, and equipment effectively

• Oversee rigging, decking, and other temporary structural elements

• Carry out pre- and post-event inspections for quality and keep accurate site documentation

Health & Safety Leadership

• Work with our H&S team to produce RAMS and essential reports (daily briefings, structural sign-offs, permits to lift, fall protection verification)

• Support incident investigations and liaise with venue/client H&S representatives

• Ensure RAMS are read, understood, and signed by all crew

• Deliver daily safety briefings and site activity updates

• Enforce PPE compliance and safe working practices at all times

• Lead with vigilance-identifying risks, monitoring crew wellbeing, and maintaining a safe work environment

What You Will Bring

Experience & Skills

• Strong working knowledge of Health & Safety principles

• Extensive experience in staging, construction, or live events

• Proven ability to interpret and work from technical drawings

• Excellent leadership and crew management capabilities

• Clear, confident communication and people skills

• Experience delivering large-scale venue or stadium builds

• Ability to make fast, sound decisions under pressure

• Solid organisational and resource management skills

• Willingness to travel frequently across the UK and internationally

• Proficiency in Excel, Outlook, and basic IT systems

Technical Knowledge

• Understanding of rigging, truss, and temporary structures

• Knowledge of building codes, structural engineering, and safety regulations

Qualifications

Required:

• IOSH Managing Safely

Strongly Preferred:

• SMSTS (CITB)

• Emergency First Aid at Work (1 day)

Work Environment

This is an on-the-ground leadership role, requiring extensive travel inside and outside of the UK. You'll work across a variety of environments-from major stadiums to open-air event sites-in all weather conditions.

Expected Behaviours

We're looking for someone who:

• Leads by example with professionalism and integrity

• Prioritises safety above all else

• Takes ownership of tasks, deadlines, and crew performance

• Maintains outstanding attention to detail

• Communicates respectfully and positively

• Represents ES Global with pride, professionalism, and discretion

• Works inclusively with diverse teams around the world

• Stays calm and effective under pressure

• Upholds confidentiality and adheres to client NDAs

Ready to Build Something Extraordinary?

Join a team that builds the stages the world watches.
If you're motivated, safety-focused, and passionate about delivering world-class live event infrastructure, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of the team that makes the world's biggest events happen.