Technical Project Manager - Live events

Live Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant production company as a Technical Project Manager, where you'll lead the technical delivery of exciting live events across the UK and Europe. This role offers the chance to engage with clients, manage project timelines, and oversee onsite operations, all while working with a passionate team. With a focus on innovation and creativity, this established firm values its employees and provides ample opportunities for professional development. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including private health cover and a rewarding work environment that fosters collaboration and growth.

Benefits

Private health cover with BUPA

Company pension scheme

30 days holiday including public holidays

Staff reward and recognition scheme

Ongoing technical training and development

Full toolkit and company laptop provided

Birthday cash bonus

Onsite perks like fresh coffee and vending machines

Qualifications

• Solid experience in technical project management within a production company.
• Comprehensive understanding of event technology across lighting, video, audio, and scenic.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of multiple live projects.
• Build and maintain client relationships while coordinating logistics.

Skills

Technical Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Event Technology Knowledge

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

An exciting opportunity for a skilled Technical Project Manager to become part of a thriving production company delivering standout events across the UK and Europe.

THE COMPANY

This established production house specialises in providing innovative lighting, sound, video, and scenic solutions to the live events industry. From luxurious corporate functions and brand activations to glamorous film premieres and immersive exhibitions, they craft custom-built production experiences for a diverse client base across both the private and corporate sectors.

With a strong year ahead and a team full of passionate professionals, now's a great time to jump on board!

A generous benefits package is included - see below for more details.

THE ROLE

With a packed calendar of live events ahead, the team is now on the lookout for an experienced Technical Project Manager to support and lead the technical delivery of projects. A client-focused role, this position covers a wide range of responsibilities including:Managing end-to-end delivery of multiple live projects

• Building and maintaining client relationships
• Developing quotes and technical proposals from client briefs
• Creating technical schematics and layout plans using AutoCAD
• Leading site visits and client-facing meetings
• Translating creative concepts into technical plans and equipment lists
• Coordinating logistics and planning across departments
• Sourcing and liaising with suppliers and contractors
• Managing project timelines, updates, and budgets
• Overseeing onsite operations and technical crew
• Ensuring H&S compliance and documentation is in place

THE CANDIDATE

We're looking for someone with solid experience in technical project management - ideally within a production company or AV supplier environment. You should be confident managing the full life cycle of event production, from client engagement and quoting, right through to onsite execution. A comprehensive understanding of event technology (across lighting, video, audio, and scenic) is key, along with hands-on experience leading crews and suppliers on-site.

Familiarity with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is advantageous, and flexibility with working hours (including evenings and weekends) is a must. A full driving license is also highly desirable.

In return, you'll join a creative and energetic team in a company that truly values its staff, offering development opportunities and a host of benefits including:

• Private health cover with BUPA
• Company pension scheme
• 30 days holiday including public holidays
• Staff reward and recognition scheme
• Ongoing technical training and development
• Full toolkit and company laptop provided
• Birthday cash bonus
• Onsite perks like fresh coffee, vending machines, and pool table

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

As a specialist events recruitment agency we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity.

We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Job Reference - MR14427