About the Job:
As a Technical Event Projects & Estimation/Costing Manager, you will play a key role in transforming client visions into technical realities. Your responsibilities encompass leading complex technical projects, managing cost estimation, and ensuring successful event execution. This position demands a strong technical background and excellent leadership skills to oversee multi-faceted projects from conception to completion, ensuring all elements meet safety and quality standards while also being commercially viable.
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Key Responsibilities:
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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.
- Lead end-to-end technical event project delivery (as required).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
Location: Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Work Conditions: On-site, Full-time
