Senior Project Manager, Look Wayfinding & Signage

Organisation: Glasgow 2026
Salary: Starting salary is from £62,500. Salary offered will be based on demonstrated skills and experience related to this role.
Location: Glasgow
Contract type: Fixed Term (Full time)
Closing date: 8 February 2026
Interview date: 15 February 2026
Job Description: Help Us Shape the Future of the Commonwealth Games – Glasgow 2026!

The journey to Glasgow 2026 starts now – and we want YOU to be part of it! Get ready for a brilliant new era for the Commonwealth Games, blending world-class sport with a sustainable, future-focused vision.  

In just under 200 days, Glasgow will transform into a global hub for sport and culture, welcoming 3,000 athletes from 74 nations, across 11 days of unforgettable action, fuelled by the city’s unstoppable energy and passion. 

Glasgow 2026 is set to revolutionise the Games, with a bold experience that reflects the city’s resilience and innovation. This is more than just an event; it’s a movement – a celebration of unity, equality, and sporting excellence. A movement that will not only deliver a world-class sporting experience but will also create a lasting legacy, maximising social and economic benefits for the city and the Commonwealth. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something historic! 

If you have a passion for sport and a drive for excellence and want to be part of creating something truly special, then Glasgow 2026 wants you. 

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Manager, Look Wayfinding and Signage to join our City Activations team, working hand in hand with our LOK contractor to oversee the progress and processes of our Look, Wayfinding & Signage (LOK) workstream.

Look, Wayfinding and Signage is the visual system that will bring Glasgow 2026 to life for everyone who visits the Games. It includes the overall look and feel (colours, graphics, typography and icons), the wayfinding that guides athletes, spectators and officials from place to place, and the signage that delivers clear information for audiences at the right moment. It will play a critical role in expressing the Glasgow 2026 brand on the world stage, turning our venues and public spaces into a unified, memorable expression of the Games identity and values.

Job Summary: 

As Senior Project Manager, Look Wayfinding and Signage you will be responsible for assuring delivery of the LOK contract by implementing and managing processes for progress tracking, change control, record keeping, and sign off following finalised application plans. Acting as the key liaison between OC functional areas and the turnkey supplier, you will ensure all plans are integrated and delivered to agreed scope, timeline, budget, and quality standards. As part of the senior LOK team, you will support a “One Team” approach, working closely with the Programme Delivery Team to monitor workstream progress, contribute to executive reporting, supports budget tracking and cross-programme alignment, and act as a point of contact for scope definition. This role requires flexibility, including evening and weekend work during peak periods.

Key Skills and Experience: 

To be successful in this role you will bring experience working within project management at multi-sport and/or major events. You will have proven experience in event delivery, overlay, production, and project management on major projects, with strong capability in designing and implementing processes to accurately track and report progress. This role requires an understanding of Games environments, Look of the Games and Wayfinding programmes, and experience managing multiple suppliers within blended teams of staff, contractors, and freelancers. Your key strengths will include excellent communication, working within structured sign-off and artwork approval processes, thriving in fast paced deadline driven environments, and delivering effective budget control, reporting, and financial forecasting. Experience working in or with organising committees, broadcast, brand production, or overlay will be advantageous.

Why Glasgow 2026? 

Joining the Glasgow 2026 team means being part of something extraordinary. As we embark on this exciting journey, we’re not just planning an event – we’re creating a new legacy for Glasgow and the Commonwealth. This is an opportunity to shape the future of major sporting events, bringing the world together for 11 days of unforgettable competition and culture. 

We’re looking for well-organised, passionate, and driven people who are excited to roll up their sleeves and be part of an inclusive, forward-thinking, and sustainable Games. This is your chance to help set the new standard for global events while contributing to the city’s rich sporting legacy. 
How to apply: If you’re ready to be part of something historic, we want to hear from you! For more information about the role and a detailed job description, visit our website.  To apply, send your CV along with a 250-word summary (or video/voice note) of why you want to be part of our team to recruitment@glasgow2026.com.  At Glasgow 2026, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you need assistance with your application, our Recruitment Team is here to support you with any reasonable adjustments.  Please note that candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK, which we request is confirmed as part of the application process. This is a mandatory requirement for consideration of the role.