Head of Projects

Rubicon People; Ringwood; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Projects in Ringwood to lead technical planning for exhibitions and brand activations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction or events and will manage multiple projects while ensuring health and safety compliance. This role offers a salary of £65,000 plus bonuses and benefits, with opportunities for international travel.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Annual company bonus

Enhanced pension scheme

Employee discount platform

Employee assistance programme

Online GP service

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a technical role within construction or events.
• Proven leadership and team motivation skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Leading technical planning and coordination for events and exhibitions.
• Managing in-house production teams and external contractors.
• Overseeing supply chain and strategic partner relationships.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving abilities

Troubleshooting

Project management

Health and safety knowledge

Job description

Overview

Head of Projects | Ringwood | £65,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Are you from a construction background or a technical role within events? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a passion for delivering high-quality exhibitions and brand activations? This is your opportunity to lead operations across the UK, Europe, and beyond.

Join a dynamic organisation where your leadership will shape the future of technical event delivery. With autonomy, innovation, and global travel at the heart of this role, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Annual company bonus
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Employee discount platform
• Employee assistance programme
• Online GP service
• Health cash plan
• Life assurance
• Exposure to international projects and travel

Responsibilities

• Leading technical planning and coordination for events and exhibitions
• Managing in-house production teams and external contractors
• Overseeing supply chain and strategic partner relationships
• Preparing and managing technical budgets
• Ensuring health and safety compliance across all operations
• Supervising on-site build, operation, and breakdown

Experience/Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a technical role within construction or events
• Proven leadership and team motivation skills
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Experience managing multiple projects and budgets
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations
• Ideally from a construction background or similar technical discipline

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Dominika at Rubicon for more information.