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

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 £55,000 - £65,000 DOE, plus benefits. You will be responsible for: ? 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 What we are looking for ? 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 commun