Fabrication Production Manager
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Salary
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£55,000
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1121 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 33% sure that is the right code. Echo House Ltd is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Likely 1121 (Production managers and directors in manufacturing) · 33% match
- Likely 1255 (Managers and directors in the creative industries) · 16% match
- Likely 2127 (Engineering project managers and project engineers) · 13% match
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing Most likely code | £38,500 | £44,000 | £49,500 | £55,000 |
1255 Managers and directors in the creative industries Also possible | £33,400 | £44,900 | £44,900 | £44,900 |
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers Also possible | £36,300 | £41,500 | £46,700 | £51,900 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Echo House is a market leader specialising in Creative & Technical Design, Artworking, Digital Content, Printing, Experiential Brand Activation, and Sustainable Production.
ECHO’S MISSION
Our mission is to empower our clients by delivering exceptional design and quality products through a seamless integration of innovation, technology, and meticulous attention to detail to create experiences that go beyond expectations. We are committed to nurturing sustainable practices, prioritising the wellbeing of our planet, and maintaining an unwavering dedication to superior service. With passion driving our purpose, we promise to transcend expectations, consistently and without compromise.
Scope of the Role:
Collaborative. Positive. Respectful. Organised. Exceptional People Skills.
Primarily, this role is responsible for the estimation of bespoke luxury retail fabrication projects, whilst offering expertise and support to our Fabrication Production Management team where capacity allows.
The initial responsibility involves a thorough understanding and interpretation of client briefs, ensuring they align clearly and concisely with the Project Team and the client requirements. A critical aspect of this role is identifying the most effective and efficient production practices, appropriate material usage, and, when required, vendor solutions, while also comprehensively costing each aspect. Following this, the role requires clear communication with the Project and Fabrication departments, providing context to ensure our proposals not only meet the intentions of the brief but also manage expectations of all stakeholders.
On a day-to-day basis, this role involves constant interaction with the Project Coordination and Fabrication Management teams. This includes overseeing a project from its concept stage to delivery, within a dynamic and high-pressure production environment. Throughout this process, maintaining a focus on quality, budget, and timely delivery is paramount.
Main Duties AND Responsibilities:
UNIVERSAL
- Operating with integrity – performing whole and complete work for and with all Echo
colleagues, clients and suppliers alike.
- Ensuring Echo House maintains its status as an industry leading team of dynamic, proactive & professional specialists.
- In depth training is provided as a core part of all new starters’ induction. In addition, with such a nuanced and bespoke business, on–the–job learning remains the single most effective way to learn what we do and how we do it.
CORE KNOWLEDGE BASE
- Fabrication and material knowledge – in particular with regard to build capabilities and restrictions, and best practice for luxury retail environments.
- Creative production understanding – in particular with knowledge of luxury retail fabrication (temporary and permanent).
- Commercial acumen.
- Comprehensive supplier & outsourcing skills.
- Knowledge of large format graphics is ideal.
CORE AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
- Production of accurate estimates with clear and concise explanation of assumptions, compromises and suggestions.
- Production Management of works as and when required.
- General department support as and when required.
MAIN DUTIES:
- Aligning with the project team and occasionally clients on their requirements, details of their briefs and managing expectations where necessary.
- Estimation of fabrication works.
- Creatively providing cost saving or quality raising adjustments or alternatives to client briefs.
- Troubleshooting briefs and requests from clients.
- Establishing CPAs for works in collaboration with the Project and Fabrication Management teams.
Equality and Diversity:
We promote a working environment in which diversity is recognised, valued, and encouraged. We acknowledge the multicultural and diverse nature of the UK workforce and society in general. We are committed to principles of fairness and mutual respect where everyone accepts the concept of individual responsibility. It is therefore your responsibility to make sure you always observe and adhere to this policy.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Production managers and directors in manufacturing (SOC 1121) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~434k in sample- Middle half £41,236–82,680
- Median £56,940
- Going rate £55,000
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,500–49,500
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Echo House Ltd holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1121 going rate of £55,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.