Event Technical Project Manager

Live Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading live event production company in Manchester is seeking an Event Technical Project Manager. The role involves managing the entire project lifecycle for events, from initial client interactions to post-event evaluations. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years' experience in the live events industry, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of technical event production. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and growing company where no two days are the same.

Benefits

28 days annual leave increasing with service

Company Pension Scheme

Flexible working

Award-winning healthcare package

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in the professional live events industry.
• Excellent understanding of technical event production.
• Full UK Driving License and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full event project lifecycle from client enquiry to post-event evaluation.
• Develop creative ideas and designs for client events.
• Coordinate multiple teams and maintain project specifications, budgets, and timelines.

Skills

Technical event production

Client relationship management

Creative design

Communication skills

Project management

Job description

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave rising to 30 with additional years’ service
• Company Pension Scheme
• Flexible working
• Employee of the month
• Company social events
• Award-winning healthcare package (includes private treatment, mental health support, GP access, and more)
• Dental, optical, and audiological cover
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Sick pay scheme
• Long service rewards
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Excellent Company Culture
• Ongoing training

The Company

This business is a leading live event production and AV hire company who supply a wide range of products and services to the events industry across the UK and overseas. Established over 20 years ago, they aim to combine the best in cutting‑edge technology with a team of people who are quite simply amazing at what they do. Their work is split across the whole spectrum of live events including corporate, private, public, sporting, and live music!

The last year has seen rapid, organic growth due to new projects, clients, and partnerships, with company headcount doubling to facilitate this! They are continuously developing, investing, and improving to keep themselves and their team at the forefront of the event industry.

Join this well‑established technical supplier in the North‑West for your opportunity to utilise your technical knowledge within this ‘one stop’ event service as an Event Technical Project Manager .

The Role

This role is crucial in managing the full event project lifecycle. From initial client enquiry and technical scoping through to delivery and post‑event evaluation, the Event Technical Project Manager ensures that all technical, logistical, and creative elements are executed to the highest standard, coordinating multiple teams and maintaining alignment with project specifications, budgets, and timelines.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team within our projects department, collaborating directly with clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain and develop key client relationships, supporting business growth.
• Attend and chair client meetings and site visits.
• Take clear, detailed client briefs and advise on appropriate technical solutions for events.
• Develop creative ideas and designs for client events, including preparation of CAD plans.
• Specify suitable equipment, create quotations and proposals, and manage budgets.
• Update booking software with event progress and milestones.
• Book and manage crew & resources, creating crew communication documents.
• Liaise with performers, venues, and other third parties.
• Prepare and manage health & safety documents and procedures.
• Work on‑site at venues across the UK and occasionally internationally.
• Hands‑on rigging / de‑rigging and operation of equipment (advantage but not essential).
• Educate clients and venues about Sterling's wide range of services.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Promote our products and services to generate new business.
• Assist other departments and perform other duties as needed to meet business needs.
• Travel for team meetings, site visits, and event execution as required.

The Candidate

• Minimum 5 years' experience in the professional live events industry.
• Excellent understanding of technical event production with effective communication skills to explain technical solutions clearly and without jargon.
• Enthusiasm for developing creative designs and ideas that exceed client expectations.
• Curiosity to learn, resilience, and a can‑do attitude.
• Polished and professional manner, projecting confidence and enthusiasm to clients.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and react quickly and efficiently to tasks.
• Highly organized and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple projects, deliverables, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Leadership skills to lead by example and work effectively as part of a team.
• Customer‑focused mindset balanced with commercial awareness.
• Keen eye for detail and high standards of presentation.
• Full UK Driving License and own transport.

We’re looking for an Event Technical Project Manager who embodies our core values:

Making Things Work Better : You’re always looking for ways to improve and add value, using your experience and initiative to offer the best technical solutions for our clients’ events.

Acting with Integrity : You’re straightforward, upfront, and committed to doing right by people, maintaining a positive and respectful attitude in all interactions with clients, team members, and partners.

Caring About the Details : You understand that small things can make a big difference in event production, and you’re committed to maintaining the highest standards in all aspects of your work.

Thinking Ahead : You’re proactive in anticipating challenges and finding solutions, contributing to our can‑do spirit and problem‑solving culture in the fast‑paced world of live events.

If you’re an ambitious Event Technical Project Manager ready to take your career to the next level, this is an incredible opportunity to join a dynamic, growing company where no two days are the same.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

As a specialist events recruitment agency, we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well‑being, abilities, and neurodiversity. We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Vacancy Ref : DP16063