Construction Manager
The Construction Manager is responsible for budgeting and coordinating any set build required for the location or studio area. They work closely with the Production Designer and Art Director to establish the scope of construction requirements and to clarify information from technical plans eg design concept, dimensions, colour, texture and final finished look of the set as a whole.
The Construction Manager will interpret the technical plans provided by the design department and organise relevant construction methods and procedures to fit the production schedule and budget. They allocate the workload and project manage all aspects of the construction and specialist trades needed to complete the build and design work to deadline. They coordinate the supply of labour, materials and transport as well as ensure that health and safety standards are met and enforced.
Role Profile
- Experience of construction processes for film and television, building and interior design
- Resourcefulness to deal with unusual situations and materials
- Project management experience to handle large scale assignments
- Organisation and administrative skills including budget management processes
- Written and verbal communication skills including influencing and negotiating skills
- Confidence to lead and manage a team and to delegate tasks giving accurate information.
The Construction Manager needs knowledge of
- Production processes for television and film
- Construction materials and processes
- Trade crafts for the building industry including electronics, construction, plastering, carpentry, painting and electrics
- Technical processes for camera, lighting and sound
- Budget and project management
- Health and safety standards and regulations for the construction industry
Career Path
There is no established career route specific to the television and film industry. Most have gained extensive experience in the construction industry or worked for a specialist scenic construction company.
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