Technical Manager - Broadcast and Events

Driver Hire Borders; Wembley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK equipment rental provider is seeking a Technical Project Manager to oversee technical solutions for events from concept to completion. You will lead project planning, collaborate with teams, and ensure smooth delivery while managing clients directly on-site. The ideal candidate must demonstrate project management excellence and technical expertise, contributing to innovative event production in a fast-paced environment. Attractive flexible rewards package included.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Life assurance

Employee recognition awards

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong background in managing technical projects.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teams and clients.
• Experience leading on-site technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from initial client briefing to final delivery.
• Create 3D visuals and technical drawings for events.
• Monitor budgets and ensure documentation accuracy.

Skills

Project Management Excellence

Technical Expertise

People Leadership

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Sunbelt Rentals is seeking a highly skilled Technical Project Manager to oversee and deliver innovative, high-quality technical solutions for a diverse range of events. From concept to completion, you will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of technical projects, ensuring they meet client expectations and are delivered on time and within budget. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of creative event production while keeping the company aligned with the latest technological advancements.

Your role will involve close collaboration with internal teams, clients, and contractors—requiring a balance of technical expertise, project management excellence, and people leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning

• Lead projects from initial client briefing to final delivery and post-event debrief.
• Create full 3D visuals of concepts and technical drawings using CAD software.
• Collaborate with business development and commercial teams to produce fully costed, compelling client proposals.
• Ensure accurate technical specifications and equipment selection across departments.
• Oversee quoting and resource deployment, ensuring equipment and personnel are efficiently managed and billed correctly.
• Work closely with operations to coordinate contractors, equipment hires, and logistics.
• Monitor budgets, track project milestones, and ensure all project documentation is accurately maintained.

Project Delivery

• Act as on-site technical lead during event builds and delivery, managing the technical team and ensuring alignment with the agreed event design.
• Serve as the primary client contact on-site, providing reassurance, updates, and professional support.
• Lead on-site crew, subcontractors, and technical departments to ensure smooth execution.
• Troubleshoot any unexpected technical issues, demonstrating a full understanding of all deployed systems.
• Ensure all health & safety protocols are followed throughout project delivery.
• Conduct post-event client debriefs and provide feedback to internal teams to support continuous improvement.

What can we offer you in return? You’ll be joining a highly successful FTSE100 company, the UK’s largest equipment rental provider. We offer an industry-leading flexible rewards package including a generous holiday allowance (with the opportunity to buy and sell annual leave), life assurance, retail discount scheme, employee recognition awards, and a great company pension scheme.