Audio Visual Event Project Manager

Placed: 05/12/17
Region: London
Location: London
Category: Jobs


Content of the advertisement:

PURPOSE OF POST
The management have a shared commitment that the company will provide a profitable delivery combined with outstanding standards of quality within the management of our own resources, the delivery of our services to each other and to our clients.
Within the above commitment you are responsible for the part of our delivery that includes:

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Discussing event requirements directly with our clients
Supporting our Account Managers in discussions of event requirements with our clients
Producing accurate quotations
Producing proposal documents
Managing all aspects of the pre-production process including design and set build
Managing all aspects of the delivery process
Cost control of project budgets
Producing and managing all administration document relating to a project including Health & Safety documentation and floorplans
Producing costing schedules for the Accounts Department for invoicing
Developing rapport and relationships with our clients
Assisting colleagues with their events
Working with the Head of Projects and the rest of the team to develop the department in general and the way we work with our clients
Manage day-to-day operational aspects of the project(s).

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION
The above schedule details the main responsibilities of a Project Manager. However, it is important to stress that there is much more that a successful Project Manager can and should contribute. The culture of our Project Team and its relationships with colleagues and clients is at the heart of a successful business. It is critical that this is a culture that the team share and actively promote.

Experience
Proven project management experience within the events industry would be advantageous
Anticipates and reacts to change
Knowledge of project management
Proposal and report writing
Working within an SME Company
Microsoft Office Suite including PowerPoint

Behaviours & Competencies
Looking for a self-starter with a can-do attitude and the ability to hit the ground running
As we are an SME we require someone who is able to work both autonomously and as part of a close knit team
The successful candidate will also be required to maintain current awareness of the events industry
The post-holder will have the ability to work well under pressure and to strict deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy in delivery
Excellent organisational skills coupled with excellent time management skills
Ensuring customer needs are met at all times
Effective at making decision
Possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
An effective, and proven, problem solver
Will be flexible, enthusiastic and client-focused
Management of Financial Resources

Price / Salary: £30000 - £35000/annum