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PROJECT MANAGER - LIVE EVENTS & PRODUCTION
Job Posted: 5 hours ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
PROJECT MANAGER – LIVE EVENTS & PRODUCTION
Full-Time | Permanent | Competitive Salary | South East London
Our client, an established and rapidly expanding international event production specialist, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their team. Working across large-scale live events, technical production, and scenic design, this role offers the opportunity to deliver high-profile projects for major agencies and private event planners.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a creative, fast-paced environment and has a proven background in event production from concept through to on-site delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the full lifecycle of event projects, following a defined critical path from initial brief through to completion
Liaise with clients to understand objectives and present solutions that are creative, practical, safe, and budget-conscious
Coordinate day-to-day communication between clients, internal teams, and suppliers
Source, book, and manage freelance crew, technicians, and specialist contractors
Oversee project delivery, including handling client-owned or subcontracted equipment when required
Ensure subcontractor outputs meet agreed specifications, particularly during fabrication and production stages
Produce and manage all Health & Safety requirements, documentation, and on-site compliance
Maintain financial control throughout the project, ensuring delivery within agreed timeframes and budget
Complete post-project reconciliation, invoicing, and payment follow-up
Lead internal debriefs and share learnings to improve future projects
Candidate Profile
Proven experience delivering large-scale live events, with solid understanding of technical and scenic disciplines
Ability to manage all aspects of a project, even with a specialist background in one area
Experience with virtual events advantageous but not essential
Skilled in Google Drive, Microsoft 365, and familiar with rental management platforms such as HireHop (or similar)
Confident managing complex budgets of £250k+
Exceptional attention to detail, organised, proactive, and professional
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and negotiation abilities
Calm under pressure and flexible to evolving client needs
Enthusiastic about new technology and industry innovation
Willing to travel internationally, including extended periods where required
Package
Full-time, permanent role
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Office-based in South East London
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