Installation Manager (Immersive Experiences)
Little Lion Entertainment Closing date: Fri, 08 May 2026
- Full time
- £40k-£50k
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
Installation Manager (Immersive Experiences)
Company: Little Lion Entertainment / Arcade Arena
Reports to: Head of Production & Technical
Location: UK-based with regular travel (UK & International)
Contract: Full-time 1year FTC
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Installation Manager (Immersive Experiences)
to lead the end-to-end installation of our future venues across the UK and internationally.
This role is responsible for turning designs into reality - managing builds from shell handover through to operational readiness. You will oversee multiple workstreams including scenic fabrication, AV & IT systems, lighting, power, networking, games hardware, theming, and show integration.
You will be the key on-site authority during installs, coordinating internal teams and external contractors to deliver venues on time, on budget, and to brand and technical standards.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in complex environments and understands immersive attractions, live experiences, or themed entertainment.
Job Requirements
Essential
Proven experience delivering complex installs (immersive attractions, live events, theatre, themed environments, exhibitions, or similar)
H&S qualification (NEBOSH or equivalent)
Experience of logistics, international shipping, local resourcing. Booking flights and accommodation.
Strong understanding of AV, lighting, power, IT/networking, and scenic installs
Confident managing multiple contractors on live sites
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Calm under pressure, solutions-focused, and decisive
Willingness to travel internationally and work flexibly during install periods
Construction experience
Desirable
Experience in immersive entertainment, attractions, museums, or live experience venues
International installation experience
Technical background (AV, show control, or systems integration)
Familiarity with commissioning and operational handover processes
Experience of working in Middle East and Asia
Job Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Venue Installation & Delivery
Lead the physical installation of new venues from site access through to handover
Own all H&S related to project
Manage logistics, international shipping and delivery.
Own the install programme, sequencing trades and systems to avoid clashes
Ensure builds meet design intent, safety standards, and operational requirements
Act as the primary on-site decision-maker during installs
Contractor & Supplier Management
Manage multiple contractors including scenic, AV, lighting, electrical, IT, and specialist suppliers
Chair daily site meetings and coordinate works across all disciplines
Hold contractors accountable for quality, timelines, and compliance
Escalate and resolve issues quickly and pragmatically
Job Overview
- Job Title: Installation Manager (Immersive Experiences)
- Salary: £40k-£50k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Performing arts
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Temporary
- Closing date: Fri, 08 May 2026
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Location:
London
How to Apply
Please Email Marc Williams Head of Production and Technical Closing date is 5pm on 08/05/2026
- Contact name: Marc Williams
- Contact email: [email protected]