Senior Project Manager- Events Industry

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Project Manager to lead and oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of events, exhibitions, conferences, fit-out, and audiovisual projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management capabilities combined with in-depth technical knowledge of event production and AV systems, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end event, exhibition, and AV projects from concept development through execution and project close-out.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, resource allocations, and execution strategies.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and effective stakeholder management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead cross-functional teams including production, design, technical, logistics, procurement, and operations personnel.
• Review project requirements, technical specifications, drawings, and client briefs to ensure successful project delivery.
• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, contractors, venues, and regulatory authorities to ensure all project requirements are met.
• Conduct site surveys, technical inspections, risk assessments, and pre-event planning meetings.
• Oversee event setup, live event execution, troubleshooting, and dismantling activities.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and implement corrective actions when required.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, venue requirements, health and safety standards, and contractual obligations.
• Manage project budgets, cost control, procurement activities, and profitability targets.
• Prepare project reports, progress updates, post-event evaluations, and project documentation.
• Support business development activities through technical consultation, project planning, and client presentations.
• Ensure all projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

Technical Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for audiovisual, production, staging, and exhibition projects.
• Review and interpret technical drawings, AutoCAD layouts, stage designs, rigging plans, electrical layouts, and production documentation.
• Oversee the implementation and operation of audiovisual systems, including:
• LED Walls and Digital Displays
• Projection Systems
• Professional Audio Systems
• Stage and Architectural Lighting
• Video Processing and Switching Systems
• Live Streaming and Broadcast Solutions
• Control and Automation Systems
• Ensure proper planning and execution of staging, trussing, rigging, power distribution, networking, and venue infrastructure requirements.
• Coordinate with technical teams, engineers, programmers, fabricators, and production crews to ensure seamless project execution.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges during project planning and live event operations.
• Ensure compliance with industry best practices, safety regulations, and technical standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Event Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Events, Exhibitions, Audio Visual, Production, or related industries, with at least 5 years in a Project Manager position.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale events, exhibitions, conferences, government projects, corporate events, and AV installations.
• Strong technical knowledge of audiovisual systems, event production technologies, staging, rigging, lighting, sound, video, and live event operations.
• Extensive experience in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource management, and cost control.
• Strong understanding of contracts, procurement, vendor management, and project documentation.
• Knowledge of UAE regulations, permits, venue requirements, health and safety standards, and c