Technical Event Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; Nottingham; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare communications agency in the UK seeks a freelance Technical Event Project Manager to lead the design and delivery of exhibition booths for global pharmaceutical clients. This role demands a strong technical background and extensive experience in project management, especially within the life sciences sector. You will collaborate with various teams and oversee all technical aspects of exhibition delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in technical event or exhibition project management.
• Strong understanding of booth construction and venue limitations.
• Confident managing budgets, timelines, and creative/technical briefings.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end technical delivery of exhibition booths for European congresses.
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams, suppliers, and clients.
• Travel onsite to oversee builds and ensure smooth delivery.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Delivery

Communication

Budget Management

Stakeholder Management

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Technical Event Project Manager, Nottingham

Client: BioTalent

Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

Job Description:

Technical Event Project Manager (Contractor) Life Sciences Events

Location: Remote (UK-based) | Contract

A leading healthcare communications agency is seeking a freelance Technical Event Project Manager to support the design, planning, and delivery of custom exhibition booths for global pharmaceutical clients.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong technical background in booth builds, who enjoys working across creative, logistical, and stakeholder-facing responsibilities in a fast-paced, international environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end technical delivery of exhibition booths for European congresses
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams, suppliers, and clients to scope, plan, and execute projects
• Lead briefings with designers, manage supplier relationships, and coordinate build logistics
• Travel onsite to oversee builds and ensure smooth delivery
• Ensure all technical elements are delivered to high standards, including AV, rigging, Wi-Fi, electrics, and H&S compliance

About You

• 5+ years’ experience in technical event or exhibition project management, preferably within life sciences
• Strong understanding of booth construction, venue limitations, and technical specifications
• Proven ability to work with international clients and suppliers under tight deadlines
• Confident managing budgets, timelines, and creative/technical briefings
• Fluent in English; other European languages a plus