Andy File Associates Limited are working on behalf of their client as a Recruitment Agency with regards this permanent vacancy.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Technology Project Manager to join a global event management company! My client is looking for someone to manage profitable, prestigious client events globally, exceeding client expectations.
Technology Project Management
Ensure all business critical deadlines are met for each project
Liaise with client and internal teams to develop a detailed brief to give to suppliers
Writing technology rationales and briefings for suppliers
Brief technology suppliers to obtain quotes, review quotes and work with project teams to select and implement the appropriate supplier, from pitch to delivery
Support project delivery team by interpreting quote and explaining where required to the client
Liaison with the project delivery team and client with development of all technology elements of the event
Manage and co-ordinate client requirements with all technology suppliers
Work with Studio Manager to resource creative staff required
Produce running order
Support project delivery team to contribute with weekly status reports, call agendas, minutes and critical dates planners
Attend technology event showcases
Travel on-site to conduct site inspections and undertake planning meetings with all suppliers when required
Travel on-site to manage technology requirements during live events where required
Ensure delivery of all events in accordance with regulatory and client-defined compliance guidelines
Deliver first class customer service in line with clients’ objectives
Add value to clients’ events through advising on beneficial additional services; creative ideas; business solutions and negotiation with 3rd party suppliers in order to achieve maximum contribution
Client Liaison and Development
Meetings and liaison with clients where applicable to establish, maintain and develop relationships
Identify new opportunities and leads for existing and new business development
Assist with preparing and presenting technology elements of event proposals to clients, attending pitches where required
Plan, attend and execute client planning meetings – face to face, webex and/or telecons, where required
Liaise with and advise clients, using knowledge and experience to ensure that their business objectives are met
Attend client debrief post event
Apply excellent written and verbal communication skills
Financial Management
Responsible for the preparation and maintenance of budgets, throughout the lifecycle of each event
Liaise with project lead to support on budget creation for meetings with a wider scope
Approve all client invoices prior to despatch
Maximise profitability of projects operated – including supplier negotiation and up-selling of additional services to clients
Execute effective scope management – to identify and charge clients for out of scope activities
Identify, quantify and report cost avoidance/saving measures
Ensure compliance with company and client invoicing processes
Submit accurate technology only final reconciliation of events within agreed timelines
Maximise revenue generation from allocated/targeted accounts
Manage and achieve project profitability
Cost efficient time management
Provide monthly update to Head of Technology on business unit spend
Provide monthly update to Account Manager on business unit revenue along with forecast
General
Attendance and contribution at team meetings
Promote event technology solutions to team and wider departments
Support the business in the training of event technology systems
Liaise with event technology suppliers to understand offerings and services
Research current and new event technology solutions and provide feedback to teams
Effective interaction with other departments – e.g. Operational Excellence, IT, Finance, Creative, Production and Travel
Accurate written and verbal communications
Comply with all client and company privacy and security protocols
Achieve all client and/or company driven Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for all events
Maintain good long-term relationships with suppliers, to ensure the best value for money for clients
Develop and apply a good knowledge of the company’s range of services
Provide out of hours cover as required on a rota basis
Develop and apply a good understanding of clients’ businesses and products
Assist new starters in the role of ‘Buddy’ when required
Develop and apply a good knowledge of the company’s range of services