Event Project Manager

Project Manager – Event Production

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An established global event production and AV business is looking for a Project Manager to join its London team, taking ownership of the technical delivery of large-scale live and corporate events.

This is a hands-on project management role covering the full event lifecycle, from initial technical planning and pre-production through to onsite delivery, show execution and post-event wrap-up.

You’ll work closely with clients, technical teams, suppliers, venues, sales and operations to ensure projects are delivered smoothly, safely and profitably.

The Role

• Manage large-scale event projects from initial planning through to load-in, live show and load-out
• Develop technical production schedules, project plans, labour requirements and equipment specifications
• Coordinate internal technical teams, freelancers, suppliers and venue partners
• Act as the key client contact throughout planning and onsite delivery
• Determine equipment, technical and resource requirements alongside Sales and Operations
• Manage onsite changes to schedules, equipment and workforce requirements
• Oversee event budgets, costs, sub-rentals and external labour spend
• Review technical documentation and support the creation of technical diagrams
• Ensure Risk Assessments, Method Statements and relevant H&S documentation are completed and communicated
• Lead technical teams onsite and maintain high production and service standards
• Complete post-event reporting, reconciliation and supplier processes
• Build strong client relationships and support repeat business

About You

• 4+ years’ technical experience within corporate events, live production, AV, staging or broadcast
• Strong understanding of event production and AV technology
• Experience managing complex technical projects and live event delivery
• Confident working directly with clients, venues, suppliers and technical crews
• Strong operational logistics and resource-planning experience
• Comfortable managing budgets, project costs and commercial considerations
• Able to remain organised and decisive in fast-moving live environments
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• Technical drawing/diagram knowledge would be beneficial
• Previous team leadership or supervisory experience would be advantageous
• Flexibility to travel and work outside standard office hours when required for events

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £55,000 depending on experience
• Private healthcare after 12 months
• Enhanced family leave
• Company sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme and Perkbox
• Employee recognition and referral schemes
• Clear career development opportunities
• Access to high-end AV and event technology
• Opportunities within an established international organisation
• Supported volunteering and long-service programme