Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Garston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent events services company in the UK is seeking a Project Manager to oversee major event contracts worth over £100k. The role involves planning, executing, and coordinating all aspects of events, managing resources, and forming client partnerships. The ideal candidate will have experience in the events/hire industry, strong technical knowledge of equipment, and excellent communication skills. A driving license is essential. This role offers competitive benefits and requires frequent travel across the UK.

Benefits

Profit share

Loyalty holidays

Health & Wellness support

Cycle to work scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Previous experience in project management within the events/hire industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of equipment relevant to events.
• Driving license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute major events contracts worth over £100k.
• Coordinate installation and recovery of equipment.
• Direct resources and manage team efforts.

Skills

Project management

Technical knowledge of events equipment

Excellent communication skills

IT and administration skills

Tools

Trackway

Barriers

Fencing

Flooring

Job description

Overview

Job Description

Our Events Division combines the expertise of all GAP divisions to provide a one stop shop to supply the Events industry across the UK with all their equipment requirements. The Project Manager will be responsible for the planning and execution of major events contracts worth over £100k, accountable for each stage of the project, including the installation and recovery of GAP products within the outdoor event market according to strict deadlines and within budget. You will direct resources and coordinate the efforts of team members and third party contractors to ensure effective project delivery. You will also be responsible for forming partnerships with clients to maximise opportunities on site and across the division. Frequent travel and overnight stays throughout the UK will be an integral part of the role.

Successful applicants should demonstrate the following:

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute major events contracts worth over £100k, accountable for each stage of the project.
• Coordinate installation and recovery of GAP products within the outdoor event market to meet deadlines and budget.
• Direct resources and coordinate the efforts of team members and third party contractors for effective project delivery.
• Form partnerships with clients to maximise opportunities on site and across the division.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working on major projects within the events/hire industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of events equipment such as trackway, barriers, fencing and flooring.
• Up-to-date knowledge of health and safety with a safety-first approach.
• Flexible, able to think on their feet and problem solve independently.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead and influence others.
• Strong IT, administration and time management skills.
• Driving licence (essential).

Benefits

• Profit share and loyalty holidays.
• A staff social fund and in-house Learning & Development Team to build skills.
• Profit sharing, internal progression opportunities and a commitment to promoting internally.
• Contributory pension scheme, life assurance, employee welfare fund (company-funded social events), cycle to work scheme.
• Health & Wellness support (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab, Eye Tests).
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays; option to buy up to 5 additional days.

What to expect next

If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you. To apply, upload your CV and complete our short application form and we’ll take it from there.

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