An international sports rights holder is seeking an experienced Event Project Management Director to lead the planning, delivery and operational execution of a global portfolio of live events. This senior leadership role sits at the intersection of event project management, venue infrastructure, overlay and operational delivery, ensuring world-class execution across a complex international event calendar.
The successful candidate will lead teams responsible for event planning, temporary infrastructure, venue overlay, supplier management and on-site operations, driving consistency, efficiency and excellence across multiple event environments. This role requires a balance of strategic leadership and hands-on operational expertise, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels while remaining close enough to delivery to understand the realities of live event execution.
Key Responsibilities
Event Planning & Delivery
- Lead the planning, delivery and continuous improvement of events across the full lifecycle, from concept and planning through build, live operations and de-rig.
- Establish and maintain event management frameworks, processes and best-practice methodologies across the organisation.
- Drive cross-functional coordination and integration between operational, commercial and technical teams.
- Lead event review processes, planning meetings and post-event debriefs to identify efficiencies and lessons learned.
- Act as a senior operational lead during live events, providing oversight and incident management support when required.
- Oversee departmental budgets and identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost savings across the event portfolio.
- Support the integration and management of external stakeholders, including local organisers, agencies, suppliers and technical partners.
Project Management
- Provide leadership and governance across a portfolio of complex projects and event programmes.
- Ensure effective planning, reporting, milestone tracking and risk management processes are in place.
- Monitor project progress, dependencies and resource allocation to ensure successful delivery.
- Drive improvements in project management tools, systems and ways of working.
- Facilitate project reviews, reporting cycles and strategic planning workshops.
Venue Overlay & Event Operations
- Lead venue overlay and temporary infrastructure delivery across international events.
- Oversee planning, installation and removal of event infrastructure, ensuring compliance with technical, safety and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate closely with technical, venue and operational teams to integrate infrastructure and logistical requirements into event delivery plans.
- Manage suppliers, contractors and specialist delivery partners to ensure quality, efficiency and consistency.
- Support infrastructure budgeting and procurement strategies to maximise value and scalability across events.
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team across Event Project Management and Venue Overlay functions.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
- Partner with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment across event delivery programmes.
- Provide strategic operational leadership and support broader organisational objectives when required.
Experience & Skills
- Significant leadership experience within large-scale event operations, project management or venue delivery environments.
- Strong expertise in venue infrastructure, overlay, temporary structures and site delivery.
- Proven experience managing complex stakeholder groups, suppliers and delivery partners.
- Excellent programme and project management capabilities.
- Strong commercial awareness, budgeting and resource planning experience.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams through fast-paced, high-pressure operational environments.
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally on a regular basis.
Opportunity
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a globally recognised organisation at the forefront of international sport and live events, playing a pivotal role in delivering world-class experiences across a diverse global event portfolio.
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