Production Manager - live events in Milton Keynes

We are looking for an experienced, organised and proactive Production Manager to join our live events team.

Project Management & Delivery

• Manage multiple live event projects simultaneously, prioritising workloads and adapting to changing requirements.
• Oversee all stages of production, from initial brief and planning through to on-site delivery and post-event evaluation.
• Coordinate technical production requirements across lighting, audio, video, staging, rigging, power and scenic elements.
• Manage on-site operations, including load-in, installation, live event delivery and load-out.

Technical Production & Design

• Interpret client briefs and translate creative concepts into practical technical production plans.
• Produce technical drawings using AutoCAD, alongside equipment specifications, schematics and production plots where required.
• Work collaboratively with technical specialists to develop suitable production designs.
• Prepare technical proposals, budgets and drawings to support client pitches and new business opportunities..

Budgeting & Commercial Management

• Prepare accurate project budgets, quotations and costings using rental management and project planning software.
• Monitor project expenditure and resources to ensure delivery remains within agreed budgets.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, maximise resources and enhance project profitability.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all projects comply with relevant Health & Safety legislation, regulations and company procedures.
• Prepare and review risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), safety plans and other required documentation.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all production activities.
• Ensure that staff, freelancers, suppliers and venues understand and follow relevant safety procedures.

Essential:

• Experience in a production management or technical project management role within the live events, events production or related industry.
• Strong understanding of live event technical production, including lighting, audio, video, staging and associated equipment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar technical design software.
• Experience producing technical drawings, equipment specifications, schematics and production plots.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to liaise with clients, suppliers and technical teams.
• Experience preparing project budgets, quotations and costings.
• A sound understanding of Health & Safety requirements and experience preparing RAMS.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to respond effectively to changing circumstances.
• A proactive, collaborative and professional approach to work.
• A valid driving licence and passport.

If you feel you fulfil the above criteria please send your CV into us today!