Gagosian

Gallery Operations Manager

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Hill, NH, USA

In-Office

Mid level

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The Role

Manage maintenance, HVAC, security, and presentation standards across two galleries and two offices. Coordinate contractors, lead H&S compliance and keyholding, and support technical planning and execution of complex exhibition installs and de-installs, including risk assessments and installation documentation.

Summary Generated by Built In

Gagosian is seeking an experienced Gallery Operations Manager to oversee building maintenance and facilities across two London gallery locations and two office locations (including external garage space), as well as provide key technical support for exhibition planning and execution.

The primary objective of this role is to maintain the gallery’s physical environment, ensure building readiness, and manage vendor logistics. Working closely with the Associate Director of Exhibitions, this role is also crucial in supporting the planning and mounting of complex exhibition installs and de-installs.

This position requires a detail-oriented, highly organised professional who thrives under pressure and enjoys working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. Must be able to work flexibly as works may be required outside of office hours.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities & Building Maintenance

Facility Oversight: Manage the overall maintenance of all building facilities, HVAC systems, security and fire systems, and humidity control through proactive maintenance programs and rapid-response troubleshooting.
Vendor & Contractor Logistics: Coordinate and supervise external contractors (electricians, plumbers, painters, engineers, etc.) working on-site.
Standards & Housekeeping: Ensure all gallery presentation spaces and administrative offices are maintained to the highest aesthetic standard. Oversee external cleaning contractors.
Health & Safety: Maintain safe working practices and lead H&S compliance across both locations.
Keyholding: Serve as the primary, 24-hour first point of contact and keyholder for all fire and security emergencies.

Exhibition Technical Planning & Installation

Technical Planning: Assist with project management for complex installations, including drafting schedules, producing risk assessments, establishing H&S procedures, and maintaining installation files.
Execution Support: Support the Associate Director, Exhibitions to execute seamless exhibition builds, installs, and de-installs.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of related experience in facilities management or technical gallery operations (art gallery, museum, or auction house experience is a strong advantage).

Technical Knowledge:

Hands-on technical understanding and experience with building management and climate systems.

Skills:

Strong organisational, practical, and troubleshooting skills with a collaborative mindset.
Excellent record-keeping.
Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tight deadlines under pressure.
Ability to communicate with all levels of staff.
Excellent written, oral, and visual communication skills, including the ability to write clear technical documentation.
A strong interest in contemporary art.

Software Proficiency:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop and Google Workspace.
Knowledge of Rhino or 3D modelling software is an advantage.

About
Established by Larry Gagosian in Los Angeles in 1980, Gagosian is a global gallery specializing in modern and contemporary art that employs more than three hundred people at exhibition spaces in seven countries in the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Skills Required

Minimum of 3 years related experience in facilities management or technical gallery operations
Hands-on technical understanding and experience with building management and climate systems (HVAC, humidity control)
Experience coordinating and supervising external contractors and vendors
Proven health & safety compliance experience, including producing risk assessments and H&S procedures
Ability to serve as 24-hour keyholder and work flexibly outside office hours
Strong organisational, practical, troubleshooting skills and excellent record-keeping
Excellent written, oral, and visual communication skills, including clear technical documentation
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop and Google Workspace
Knowledge of Rhino or 3D modelling software
Experience in art gallery, museum, or auction house environments
A strong interest in contemporary art