Director of Event Delivery – Infrastructure

DO & CO is, at its heart, a premium hospitality and experience company. From Formula 1 and major international sporting events to aviation and premium lifestyle, we deliver luxury catering, hospitality, design, production and guest experiences where food is at the centre of everything we do. The Design & Build division designs, fabricates, constructs and delivers world-class hospitality environments, including Formula 1 Paddock Club facilities, VIP suites, activation spaces and temporary event infrastructure. Within it, the Infrastructure team is led by two complementary directors: - Director of Event Delivery (this role): runs live event delivery, day-to-day supplier management and onsite operations. - Director of New Structures: creates and certifies every new temporary structure. Because catering sits at the core of our business, both directors manage catering and non-catering topics alike: the kitchens, utilities and back-of-house that let our chefs perform, and the structures, guest spaces and infrastructure around them. DO & CO is appointing a Director of Event Delivery to lead the live delivery of our hospitality and event environments worldwide, from Formula 1 Paddock Club builds to VIP suites and activations at the world's most prestigious events. You will run the day-to-day engine of the Infrastructure team across both catering and non-catering topics: planning and scheduling, logistics, installation and dismantle, day-to-day supplier management and onsite problem-solving across multiple simultaneous international events. That means making sure our kitchens are built, connected and ready for our chefs on time, and that every guest space around them opens flawless. When the clock is running and the unexpected happens, you are the leader who keeps the build on track. You will work alongside the Director of New Structures, who creates and certifies new temporary structures, and take those structures into live operation event after event. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership - Own the delivery model for all DO & CO F1 live events, building scalable, repeatable processes and protocols. - Drive operational excellence through post-event reviews, lessons learned and continuous improvement. - Establish project governance, including reviews, reporting cadence and clear accountabilities. - Deliver clear, accurate production reporting to senior leadership and clients. Event Delivery - Oversee multiple simultaneous international events from technical planning through build, live operation and dismantle. - Own master installation and dismantle schedules, critical paths and site logistics plans. - Direct workshop operations, inventory and the preparation, maintenance and refurbishment of structures and equipment between events. - Set and enforce quality control standards so every space opens finished, safe and on brand. - Take handover of new structures from the Director of New Structures and integrate them into live event plans. Catering & Non-Catering Operations - Deliver catering infrastructure onsite: temporary kitchens, catering equipment, cold storage, potable water, power for kitchens, extraction. - Work hand in hand with DO & CO's culinary and hospitality operations teams so kitchens are handed over complete, clean and on time for food preparation. - Ensure catering areas meet food safety and hygiene requirements onsite, including HACCP principles and local environmental health inspections. - Deliver non-catering infrastructure with the same standard: structures, guest lounges, AV and lighting, furniture, signage, offices and support areas. - Prioritise catering and non-catering needs on tight build schedules so neither food service nor guest experience is ever compromised. - Lead onsite fixes for kitchen-critical failures, such as power, refrigeration, water or extraction, with the urgency food service demands. Formula 1 Delivery - Lead delivery across the Formula 1 calendar, ensuring a consistent standard from race to race. - Oversee Paddock Club builds and premium hospitality environments onsite. - Ensure compliance with FIA, circuit, F1, venue and promoter requirements. - Manage compressed race-week schedules, access windows and back-to-back event logistics. - Coordinate international sea and air freight, customs and carnets with logistics partners. - Build strong relationships with promoters, circuit operations and suppliers. Day-to-Day Supplier Management - Manage all event infrastructure suppliers day to day, both catering and non-catering, including power, kitchen equipment and fit-out, refrigeration and cold storage, staging and rigging, power and generators, HVAC, flooring, AV and lighting, furniture, water, and waste. - Brief, schedule and coordinate suppliers and crews onsite against clear scopes and standards. - Monitor supplier performance through scorecards and regular reviews, and resolve issues quickly. - Work with the Director of New Structures on tender requirements and feedback for supplier selection. Planning & Resources - Lead event planning, including site surveys, technical plans, schedules and resource plans. - Plan people, crews, equipment and workshop capacity across a demanding international calendar. - Manage event budgets, forecasting, change control and margin from estimate to final reconciliation. - Make sound commercial decisions under time pressure, balancing cost, risk and guest experience. Onsite Troubleshooting & Crisis Management - Act as the senior escalation point onsite when weather, freight, access or supplier issues threaten the programme. - Find fast, practical and safe solutions that protect the opening time and the guest experience. - Lead contingency planning and crisis response for every event. - Keep clients, venues and internal teams informed and confident throughout. Health, Safety & Compliance - Ensure site safety management, risk assessments, permits and inductions are in place and followed. - Meet local regulations and venue and promoter requirements in every market. Team Leadership - Build and lead a high-performing team of project, production, technical and site managers. - Integrate freelance team members and supplier teams into one delivery team. - Plan workload fairly across the season and develop future delivery leaders. Candidate Requirements You are a proven live delivery leader who has run complex builds, around the world and against immovable deadlines. Essential - 15+ years' experience in live events, experiential, hospitality build, exhibition build, sports infrastructure or large-scale event delivery. - Extensive international delivery experience, including multiple simultaneous projects. - Senior leadership experience managing project, production and site managers. - Strong hands-on experience managing event infrastructure suppliers and crews onsite. - Experience delivering catering infrastructure at events, such as temporary kitchens, utilities and food safety requirements, alongside non-catering builds. - A track record of managing large event budgets with strong cost and margin control. - Deep working knowledge of site safety, temporary structure operation and international freight and logistics. - Calm, decisive problem-solving under live event pressure. - Fluent English; willingness to travel extensively, including weekends and race weeks. Highly desirable - Experience within Formula 1, motorsport, Olympic events, major sporting events or luxury hospitality. - Health & safety qualifications (for example NEBOSH or IOSH). - A background in production, construction or project management. - Additional languages. Leadership Competencies What it looks like in this role Executive leadership: Sets direction, earns trust and leads from the front onsite. Calm under pressure: Makes clear decisions at 1 a.m. on a race-week site, and keeps the team steady. Problem-solving: Finds practical, safe answers when weather, access or freight go wrong. Commercial acumen: Protects margin while keeping the guest experience uncompromised. Stakeholder management: Keeps clients, promoters, venues and suppliers aligned and informed. Supplier leadership: Gets the best from suppliers and crews through clarity, fairness and high standards. Operational rigour: Runs disciplined planning, scheduling and reporting across many live events. Attention to detail: Notices the finish and the detail others miss. Global mindset: Works fluently across cultures, regulations and time zones. People development: Builds a resilient team and grows the next generation of delivery leaders. Why Join DO & CO - World-stage work. Deliver hospitality environments at Formula 1 Grands Prix and major international events. - Real influence. Shape how a growing global division delivers, event after event. - Premium by design. Work where quality, craft and guest experience come first. - A team that delivers. Join builders and hospitality professionals who thrive on pressure and pride in the result. We believe that our employees are the driving force behind our success and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment. As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including: - Highly competitive executive salary and on-site performance-related bonus. - Comprehensive benefits package, tailored to location. - International travel to the world's most prestigious events. - Investment in leadership development, training and professional qualifications. - A clear path to broader divisional and group leadership as Design & Build grows. - Location: Global, with travel to selected Formula 1 events - Enjoy perks by referring your friends through our Refer a Friend Scheme - Save money and time with On-Site Free Meals - Expand your skills and knowledge through our in-house training opportunities. - A business where you can have a real impact, we’re not afraid of new ideas! - Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally - The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market DO&CO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status #docolondon