— ABOUT ATHEM
ATHEM is a scenography studio founded in Paris in 1985 by architects with a passion for urban art. Historically recognised for its monumental installations, the studio has developed a unique expertise in large-scale urban communication, at the crossroads of creativity, architecture and technical production.
Operating as a collective, ATHEM brings together a wide range of creative and technical talents, including architects, designers, graphic designers, storytellers, project managers and production directors, to enhance places, brands, events, and cultural or architectural works.
ATHEM is part of the international group The Independents. Committed to responsible practices, the studio is ISO 20121 certified, the leading standard for the events industry.
— ABOUT THE ROLE
As a true project conductor, you will oversee and coordinate projects from initial briefing through to post-production, ensuring seamless execution at every stage.
1) Upstream phase
- Take client briefs alongside the Business Development team;
- Contribute to the preparation of responses to tenders and consultations.
2) Project management
- Coordinate with internal teams (development, studio, production) and external partners;
- Manage client relationships, providing both strategic and operational support throughout the project, acting as the key interface between the client and the project team;
- Ensure the quality of deliverables, adherence to deadlines, and compliance with budget and scheduling;
- Oversee all project phases, from initial assessment to final delivery, including:
- Monitoring project design in line with specifications;
- Negotiating with suppliers and service providers;
- Managing production schedules;
- Organizing testing and prototyping;
- Supervising manufacturing and production processes;
- Travel frequently to project sites and suppliers, acting as the link between all stakeholders, both decision-makers and operational teams;
- Review technical specifications and quotations;
- Manage administrative and technical procedures related to project/site launch, ensuring proper coordination between all stakeholders;
- Organize and plan installation logistics on-site with the production team.
3) Post-production
- Conduct debrief sessions with both the project team and the client.
PROFILE REQUIRED
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in project management (events, construction, architecture, design, etc.);
- Results-driven, with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to perform under pressure;
- Solution-oriented mindset, with creativity, agility, and the ability to take a step back and see the bigger picture;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal;
- Strong understanding of branding;
- Proficiency in tools such as SketchUp, AutoCAD, and Rhino is a plus;
- Right to work in the UK;
- Additional skill: You are fluent in French.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Permanent full-time contract;
- Salary depending on experience;
- Position available as soon as possible;
- Location : London
— WANT TO JOIN US?
Send your application here or apply by email (including your CV and cover letter) to job@athem.fr, with the subject line: “PROJECT MANAGER APPLICATION”
While we carefully review every application, we are unfortunately unable to respond individually to all candidates. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted within two weeks of submission. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
If you have read this far, chances are you are considering applying. Thank you for your interest in a career at ATHEM. We look forward to meeting you.
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