Project Manager Events

Stratford-upon-avon, Warwickshire
KSM Recruitment

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Project Manager with experience or knowledge of the exhibition/events sector.

This is a super company to work for, based on the outskirts of Stratford upon Avon.

The company are very well established (over 30 years) and have a family friendly and values driven ethos.

The salary for this role is between £28,000-£30,000 depending on experience and skillset, and there is also an opportunity to enhance this with a fabulous non-contractual commission scheme, which could be another £5,000-£10,000 depending on circumstances. This role can be hybrid (after short qualifying period).

The successful Project Manager will work within a small projects team to oversee all aspects of a project’s or client’s requirements from handover to completion.

Responsibilities of the Project Manager:-

• The management of a variety of different projects and clients from inception to completion, with full project responsibility
• Meeting clients and finding solutions to fit their needs and budgets
• Budgetary control of events
• Sub-contractor and labour management on projects
• Carry out accurate and detailed costing of jobs (training will be provided)
• Liasion with other suppliers
• Attend events to handover jobs to clients

The ideal Project Manager will have

• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Previous experience in events or exhibitions
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills with excellent MS Word
• A multi-tasker with strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure
• The ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• A full UK driving licence
• Eligibility to work in the UK without restriction

(Please note this company is based in a rural location and candidates will need to provide their own transport)