Senior Project Manager / Technical Manager (Live Events : Lighting)

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Project Manager / Technical Manager to join a leading live events and production organisation delivering high:end technical solutions for major brands and venues.

As a Senior Project Manager / Technical Manager, you will lead the technical delivery of complex live productions, with a strong focus on lighting, while coordinating audio, video, and scenic elements. You will oversee projects from brief through to on:site execution, ensuring high:quality delivery.

This is a hands:on technical leadership role requiring strong live events experience and deep lighting expertise. Salary is GBP 55,000 : GBP 65,000 DOE, plus benefits.

Responsibilities

  • Leading lighting:led technical delivery across live events
  • Managing and coordinating technical teams on multiple projects
  • Interpreting client briefs and developing technical solutions
  • Producing quotations, proposals, and technical documentation
  • Overseeing integration of lighting, audio, video, and scenic systems
  • Leading on:site delivery and resolving technical issues in real time
  • Managing client relationships throughout project delivery
  • Supporting and mentoring team members
  • Monitoring budgets, timelines, and project performance

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in a role such as AV Project Manager, Technical Project Manager, Event Project Manager, Production Manager, Technical Production Manager, Event Production Manager, AV Manager, Technical Manager, Technical Events Manager, Lighting Lead, or a similar live events technical role.
  • Minimum 6+ years experience in live events / technical production
  • Strong lighting design and delivery experience (essential)
  • Background in roles such as Technical Project Manager, Production Manager, Lighting Designer, or similar
  • Good understanding of AV systems (lighting, audio, video)
  • Experience delivering end:to:end live event projects
  • Strong client:facing and communication skills
  • Ability to lead teams in fast:paced environments
  • Experience producing technical documentation and quotes
  • Full UK driving licence preferred

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 30 days holiday including bank holidays
  • Private healthcare and dental benefits.
  • Enhanced company sick pay for peace of mind.
  • Generous pension plan for long:term financial security.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic technical leader who thrives in a fast:paced, dynamic environment.

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Location: Borehamwood
Job Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Project Manager / Technical Manager to join a leading live events and production organisation delivering high:end technical solutions for major brands and venues.

As a Senior Project Manager / Technical Manager, you will lead the technical delivery of complex live productions, with a strong focus on lighting, while coordinating audio, video, and scenic elements. You will oversee projects from brief through to on:site execution, ensuring high:quality delivery.

This is a hands:on technical leadership role requiring strong live events experience and deep lighting expertise. Salary is GBP 55,000 : GBP 65,000 DOE, plus benefits.

Responsibilities

  • Leading lighting:led technical delivery across live events
  • Managing and coordinating technical teams on multiple projects
  • Interpreting client briefs and developing technical solutions
  • Producing quotations, proposals, and technical documentation
  • Overseeing integration of lighting, audio, video, and scenic systems
  • Leading on:site delivery and resolving technical issues in real time
  • Managing client relationships throughout project delivery
  • Supporting and mentoring team members
  • Monitoring budgets, timelines, and project performance

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in a role such as AV Project Manager, Technical Project Manager, Event Project Manager, Production Manager, Technical Production Manager, Event Production Manager, AV Manager, Technical Manager, Technical Events Manager, Lighting Lead, or a similar live events technical role.
  • Minimum 6+ years experience in live events / technical production
  • Strong lighting design and delivery experience (essential)
  • Background in roles such as Technical Project Manager, Production Manager, Lighting Designer, or similar
  • Good understanding of AV systems (lighting, audio, video)
  • Experience delivering end:to:end live event projects
  • Strong client:facing and communication skills
  • Ability to lead teams in fast:paced environments
  • Experience producing technical documentation and quotes
  • Full UK driving licence preferred

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 30 days holiday including bank holidays
  • Private healthcare and dental benefits.
  • Enhanced company sick pay for peace of mind.
  • Generous pension plan for long:term financial security.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic technical leader who thrives in a fast:paced, dynamic environment.

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Posted: May 10th, 2026