Technical Event Projects & Estimation/Costing Manager

About This Role

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Project Leadership

• Translate client briefs into technical solutions (AV, lighting, staging, rigging, LED, power distribution, etc.).

• Develop technical concepts, layouts, and production strategies.

• Coordinate with operations, warehouse, and external suppliers.

• Oversee site inspections and technical feasibility assessments.

• (As required) Lead end-to-end technical event project delivery.

• Estimation & Commercial Management

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, BOQs, and quotations.

• Conduct technical costing for labour, equipment, logistics, and subcontractors.

• Ensure margin control and commercial viability of projects.

• Participate in client budget discussions and value engineering.

• Monitor cost variations and manage change orders.

• Technical Design & Drafting Oversight

• Produce or review technical drawings (CAD layouts, rigging plots, stage plans, power layouts).

• Ensure compliance with venue regulations and safety standards.

• Coordinate structural calculations when required.

• Maintain accurate technical documentation and revisions.

• Project Delivery | Onsite Execution & Supervision (as required)

• Oversee installation, rehearsals, and live event execution.

• Manage technical crews and subcontractors onsite.

• Ensure adherence to safety standards and method statements.

• Troubleshoot technical challenges under live-event pressure.

• Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as technical lead in client meetings and presentations.

• Provide professional technical advice and recommendations.

• Coordinate with venues, suppliers, and regulatory authorities.

• Maintain strong client relationships to support repeat business.

• Risk & Compliance

• Conduct risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards and local authority regulations.
• Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical Production, Event Management, or related field (preferred).
• 5–10+ years of experience in technical event production.

Strong knowledge of:

• Audio systems

• Video systems | LED & media servers

• Lighting & control systems

• Rigging & staging

• Power distribution

• Scenic & decor

• Proficiency in Vectorworks.

• Strong commercial and cost-analysis skills.

• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong problem-solving under pressure.

• Key Competencies

• Technical expertise
• Commercial awareness
• Strategic planning
• Leadership & team management
• Attention to detail
• Crisis management
• KPIs (Performance Indicators)

• Project profitability margins
• On-time project delivery
• Budget variance control
• Client satisfaction score
• Safety compliance record
• Accuracy of cost estimation