Formula Student Live Events Project Manager (10-month Contract)

Web Recruit Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Birthday day off

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Private health cover

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) is seeking a Project Manager to lead the Formula Student programme on a fixed-term 10-month contract. Hybrid working from London with travel to events and venues, including Silverstone, is expected.

The role encompasses managing budgets, stakeholders, and on-site operations while driving sponsorships and long-term sustainability. A strong background in live events and complex programmes is essential.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading complex programmes or large-scale events involving multiple stakeholder groups.
• Experience handling budgets (£1m+) to achieve targets and maximise value.
• Experience managing strategic relationships with senior external stakeholders.
• Experience influencing and managing volunteer or matrix teams.
• Experience managing programme risks, budgets and governance processes.
• Strong commercial awareness, including sponsorship and partnership management.
• Willingness to undertake regular travel with frequent overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and development of Formula Student.
• Oversee planning and delivery of events, including the Silverstone live event.
• Manage logistics, suppliers, budgets and on-site operations.
• Develop annual business plans, budgets and project schedules.
• Monitor performance, milestones and programme targets.
• Identify and manage operational, financial and safety risks.
• Develop sponsorship and funding opportunities.

Skills

Live events

Programme management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Sponsorship management

Risk management

Leadership

Travel willingness

Governance

Job description

Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) is seeking a Project Manager to lead the Formula Student programme on a fixed-term 10-month contract. Hybrid working from London with travel to events and venues, including Silverstone, is expected.

The role encompasses managing budgets, stakeholders, and on-site operations while driving sponsorships and long-term sustainability. A strong background in live events and complex programmes is essential.