Technical Project Manager (TPM001)

Foreground LLC; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Technical Project Manager to oversee technical planning and execution for major live events. The role requires extensive experience in project management, deep knowledge of local venue standards, and strong technical skills in AV and lighting. The successful candidate will bridge creative ambitions with engineering execution, ensuring successful event delivery.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in technical project management for live events or broadcast production.
• Deep knowledge of Saudi permitting and venue safety standards.
• Hands-on familiarity with LED walls, projection mapping, and audio systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical planning across AV, staging, lighting, and digital tech for live events.
• Oversee installation timelines and compliance with venue regulations.
• Lead onsite setup, rehearsals, and operations ensuring safety and quality.

Skills

Technical Project Management

Problem Solving

AV Systems Knowledge

Lighting Knowledge

Rigging Knowledge

Networking

Arabic Language

English Fluency

Job description

Foreground is hiring on behalf of an international events agency for a technically skilled, problem-solvingTechnical Project Manager, responsible for the technical planning, setup, and troubleshooting of AV, lighting, rigging, and stage infrastructure across major events.

This role acts as the technical lead on-site, bridging creative ambition with engineering execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage technical planning across AV, staging, lighting, and digital tech for live events and brand experiences.
• Oversee installation timelines, load-in/load-out sequences, and compliance with venue regulations.
• Work closely with producers, designers, and suppliers to ensure alignment on specs and feasibility.
• Conduct technical site surveys and coordinate supplier RFPs and contracts.
• Lead onsite setup, rehearsals, and operations, ensuring safety, quality, and performance delivery.

Ideal Profile

• 10+ years in technical project management for live events or broadcast production.
• Deep knowledge of Saudi permitting, venue safety standards, and local supplier networks.
• Hands-on familiarity with LED walls, projection mapping, lighting desks, audio systems, and networking.
• Arabic is an advantage; English fluency required.