VP, Projects - Market

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics.

The Vice President, Projects – Permanent Installation Projects is a senior leadership role responsible for driving the successful delivery of complex, multi-region LBE and Placemaking installation projects. This role leads project management, producers, and coordinators to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and at world‑class quality standards. This is a strategic and operational leadership position focused on staffing strategy, consistent project delivery, cost management, risk mitigation, and CEO‑level reporting.

The role ensures that our project portfolio contributes to the company’s mission to Create Moments That Move People by bringing innovative, safe, and reliable permanent attractions to life for global audiences. The VP influences internal teams (creative, production, technical, finance), regional operations, and external partners/vendors to ensure seamless integration of creative vision, technical execution, and operational readiness across all markets.

• Implement the global delivery strategy defined by market leadership for permanent installations.
• Oversee the staff delivering end‑to‑end projects, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead and approve project estimate reviews, ensuring cost accuracy and early risk detection.
• Oversee cost tracking, reporting, and risk management to protect margin and financial predictability.
• Provide regular Chief Executive of Market and executive leadership updates on portfolio status, risks, and financial health.

• Develop and execute a global staffing strategy to ensure capacity meets project demand.
• Build a scalable framework for project delivery that drives efficiency and consistency across regions.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks through proactive planning and contingency strategies.

• Ensure regional teams in the NA, UK, Europe, APAC, and MENA operate to consistent standards.
• Monitor KPIs for project performance (schedule variance, cost variance, cause of change).
• Conduct post‑project reviews and implement lessons‑learned processes.

• Partner closely with creative, production, and technical teams to align project goals with operational readiness.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, sponsors, and industry partners to bring innovative solutions to projects.

• Directly lead and mentor a team of Project Managers, Producers, and Coordinators across multiple regions.
• Drive employee engagement, training, and development, ensuring a high‑performance culture.
• Oversee performance management, succession planning, and talent development pipelines.
• Promote transparent communication, collaboration, and accountability across global teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Arts Management, or related field (Master’s preferred) or equivalent work experience.
• 10+ years leading large‑scale, permanent installation or theme park projects.
• Proven success in multi‑region project delivery, including budget control, risk management, and stakeholder reporting.
• Expertise in project management methodologies, scheduling tools, and cost control systems.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage multi‑million‑dollar project portfolios.
• Exceptional communication and…