Job description

We're Hiring: Technical Project Manager - Live Events

Derby | £35,000 - £40,000 | Full-Time

Are you a skilled Technical Project Manager who thrives on running complex live event productions from start to finish?

Our client is a well-established technical production company delivering high-end AV, lighting, and staging services across conferences, launches, awards shows, and brand activations throughout the UK.

They're growing - if you are an AV Technician, with great hands on technical understanding looking for a next step into Project Management, this could be the perfect role for you.

What You'll Be Doing:

Support AV and live event projects from initial brief through to onsite delivery
Build and maintain client relationships, understanding technical & creative needs
Develop technical specs, quotes, and detailed proposals
Coordinate in-house teams and freelance crew
Manage scheduling, prep, logistics, and on-site execution
Oversee budgets, documentation, and H&S compliance

About You:

2+ years of experience in AV or live event project management
Strong working knowledge of AV, lighting, and staging setups
Excellent communication, leadership, and planning skills
Proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven
Full UK driving licence required
Beneficial - Understand of CAD tools (Vectorworks ideal)

What's on Offer:

Up to £40K+ salary (depending on experience)
Flexitime & supportive team culture
Ongoing training & professional development
Exciting variety of projects
On-site parking & team socials

Sound like your next move?

Let's talk. Message me directly or apply to find out more - strictly confidential.

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