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Senior Project Manager – Event Build Projects
We are hiring a Senior Project Manager to deliver temporary structure and event infrastructure projects across the UK and Europe. This is a client-facing role focused on full project lifecycle delivery for strategic and major clients, requiring strong leadership, financial control, and relationship management.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of large-scale projects from inception to handover
* Define project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource plans with internal and external stakeholders
* Manage P&L responsibilities, ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and margin expectations
* Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, fostering long-term relationships and repeat business
* Liaise closely with operations, technical services, procurement, and HSEQ teams to ensure seamless delivery
* Ensure RAMS, accreditation, and site access are in place for all active sites
* Conduct post-mortems and monthly reporting, including financial forecasting and project performance reviews
* Drive continuous improvement, develop project best practices, and maintain high-quality delivery standards
* Stay informed on emerging products, materials, and methodologies relevant to temporary structures
* Manage multiple concurrent projects with travel across the UK and Europe as needed
Requirements:
* 5+ years’ project management experience in temporary structures, events, or construction
* Proven success in managing major accounts and high-value projects with P&L ownership
* Excellent client-facing, negotiation, and communication skills
* Strong organisational and leadership capabilities with the ability to coach and influence teams
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Teams, and project documentation tools
* A Level Maths & English minimum; a bachelor’s degree and PMP/PRINCE2 certification are desirable
Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Project Management
* Industries
Events Services
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