Working At Tecna

How Did You Get The Job At Tecna?

A recruitment company put me forward and after two interviews I was offered a role as project co-ordinator (February 2020).

Why Were You Attracted To Joining Tecna? 

The team were welcoming, relaxed and focused on delivering a great product and service. Everyone seemed engaged in their work and despite being a small team, there was a good mix of people in the office.

The T3 system, being an adaptive product, lends itself to an ever-growing list of applications which was exciting to me. The work seemed varied and empowering, I was going to see jobs from concept to delivery, working with a range of clients and stakeholders helping them to deliver projects across the UK and Europe.

What Has Been Your Career Progression?

As Exhibitions came to a halt, due to Covid in 2020, we began venturing into new markets to see what else was possible with T3. We then developed and sold a range of Covid prevention screens and solutions creating a whole new side to the business that saw us through until the return of exhibitions towards the end of 2021.

During my first 18 months, I spent most of my time working with the warehouse installation and operation team, helping to deliver and install and range of projects. I learned how to operate a CNC and helped with production, pre-building and installation.

As demand for events and exhibitions began to rise after the pandemic, I worked with the sales team on business development, generating new leads to get us back on track. I then returned to my Project Coordinator role, designing, quoting and completing projects. By spending the first period of my role working closely with the T3 system, I was able to build a good foundation in my knowledge for its application and its limitations. This would later help me when designing projects when I started design and managing projects full time.

Since the start of 2022 exhibitions have seen a full return of exhibitions and live events and I have already been promoted to Project Manager. As a result, I have had to learn fast and develop my work rate whilst continuing to learn how to improve as a project manager.

What Do You Like Most About The Project Manager Role? 

I enjoy the responsibility that comes with overseeing a project. Managing multiple jobs at once has required me to develop my communication, design and time management skills. It’s great to see projects you’ve all worked on come together onsite. As a Project Manager, I work closely with all areas of the company.

What Do You Like Most About Tecna?

Tecna has a great team environment. Everyone has a role to play and work together to ensure projects are delivered to the best of our ability.

What Skills Do You Think You’ve Learnt?

Managing multiple jobs at once has required me to developing my communication, design and time management skills. Learning how to prioritise and work effectively.

Why Would You Recommend Tecna As A Place To Work?

Tecna offers the chance to join a great, experience and hardworking team. All roles will require you to develop new skills and allow you to build on what you have learnt on your course so far. The exhibition industry is an exciting sector with national and international shows year round.