Production Manager

Position SummaryBlue Peak Tents builds event infrastructure for private and corporate events and industrial use cases nationwide. This role builds the production plan to execute the build, manages the job to its budget, and serves as the point of contact for the client, the crew, and the office. Depending on the job, the Production Manager works from our office, visits the site during the build, or intermittently works on site. Crew leads run the installation, this role is responsible for planning, coordination, and oversight.Key ResponsibilitiesPre-Contract SupportReview scope for viability, assessing the requirements around crew, duration, equipment, site access, permits, and engineeringProvide Sales with actual labor, equipment, and logistics costs for quoting, including hold periodsPlanningBuild the production plan and milestone schedule, with sign-off from Sales, Client and Head of ProductionBuild the load list against the build sequence and manage permits and engineering through issuanceArrange crew lodging, travel, per diem, and staging for out-of-town work; track open client decisions against milestone datesPre-DepartureSign off the manifest with Warehouse and Sales before anything leaves the yard, and document any discrepanciesProvide each crew member a written Production Schedule and confirm truck arrival order with the crew leadBuild, Hold, and EventManage the build against the approved schedule, report progress daily, and flag variance the same dayHandle production questions from the client; price change orders and obtain written approval before work is performedEnsure crews are keeping the site client-ready through the hold period and support on-site attendants on event dayStrike and CloseoutPlan and manage removal, document damage and site-to-site transfers, and complete the final client walkthroughReconcile actual costs within the following month, including lodging, trucking, sub-rentals, labor variance, and unbilled servicesLead post-production debriefs to improve future quotes and load listsBudget and AuthorityOwn gross margin on assigned jobs, measured against what was soldManage vendor, sub-rental, purchasing, and travel spend from quote through invoiceSelect vendors, subcontractors, crew size, and build sequence within budget, and approve additional cost within set limitsHold full authority to stop work for safetyQualifications3+ years managing projects, or field logistics in tenting, events, construction, general contracting, or rental operationsExperience managing multiple jobs at once and directing crews, subcontractors, and vendorsAbility to translate a job cost sheet into a labor, equipment, and vendor planClear, professional written and verbal communication with clients and crewsAbility to read site plans and drawingsWorking knowledge of job site safety; OSHA 10 or 30 preferredAbility to work on site and travel for select productions, and to work evenings and some Saturdays during peak seasonPreferred: experience with tenting, temporary structures, or rental equipmentCompensation and BenefitsBase salary of $80,000 to $120,000Target annual bonus of up to 20% of base, based on gross margin attainmentHealth, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off