At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage live events and special effects projects from concept to show day.
- Company: Join BPM SFX, a leader in spectacular event effects.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and employee events.
- Other info: Hybrid role with UK and international travel opportunities.
- Why this job: Work on exciting live events and cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in project management with strong communication skills.
Project Manager - Live Events & Special Effects
Project Manager – Live Events & Special Effects
Location:Burnley (Hybrid with UK & International Travel when required for work)
Company:BPM SFX Ltd
Salary:Competitive, based on experience
Type:Full-Time, Permanent
About BPM SFX
BPM SFX is one of the UK's leading providers of special effects, pyrotechnics, lasers, flame systems, CO₂, confetti, and bespoke show effects for concerts, festivals, television, corporate events, sporting ceremonies, and touring productions worldwide. BPM SFX operates from its offices in Lancashire and the Midlands, delivering safe, innovative, and spectacular effects solutions to some of the biggest productions in the industry.
We're looking for an experienced and motivatedProject Managerto join our growing team and oversee the successful delivery of live event and touring projects from concept through to show day.
The Role
As a Project Manager, you will act as the key link between our clients, designers, operationalteams, suppliers, and technicians. You'll take ownership of multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring every element is delivered safely, efficiently, on budget, and to the highest possible standard.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to work on world-class tours, festivals, television productions, and special events.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage live event and touring projects from initial enquiry through to completion.
- Liaise directly with clients, production managers, tour managers, technical directors, promoters, venues, and suppliers.
- Produce project schedules, budgets, quotations, equipment allocations and crew plans.
- Coordinate logistics for equipment, freight, crew travel and accommodation.
- Interpret technical drawings, CAD plans, venue specifications and rigging information.
- Work closely with internal departments to ensure equipment and personnel are allocated effectively.
- Attend production meetings, site visits, rehearsals and live events as required.
- Ensure all projects comply with relevant health & safety legislation and industry best practice.
- Prepare and manage project documentation, risk assessments and method statements.Monitor project profitability and identify opportunities for efficiency and growth.
- Build long-term relationships with clients and contribute to business development opportunities.
About You
You'll be highly organised, solutions-focused, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines in a fast-moving live events environment.
- Minimum 3 years' experience in project management within live events, touring, technical production or entertainment.
- Strong understanding of live event production workflows.
- Experience working with production managers, venues and touring personnel.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strong budgeting and commercial awareness.
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and project management systems.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Willingness to travel in the UK and internationally when required.
- Experience with special effects, pyrotechnics, lasers, staging, lighting, audio or rigging.
- Touring and festival experience.
- Knowledge of logistics and freight operations.
- Experience managing freelance crews and subcontractors.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to work on some of the most exciting live events in the UK and worldwide.
- A supportive and passionate team environment.
- Career development within a growing company.
- Exposure to cutting-edge special effects and event technology.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Company laptop and mobile phone.
- Employee events and training opportunities.
Other information
Experience
3-5 years
Type of Job
Project Manager - Live Events & Special Effects BPM SFX Ltd. Full-Time Contract in Burnley employer: Production Futures Limited
ER Productions is an exceptional employer for those passionate about live events and project management, offering a dynamic work environment that thrives on creativity and innovation. With opportunities for professional growth and development in a fast-paced international setting, employees can expect to work alongside some of the most renowned artists while enjoying competitive benefits such as health care, a pension scheme, and generous holiday allowances. Join us to be part of a team that not only values your skills but also encourages you to expand your expertise in the exciting world of special effects and live entertainment.
Contact Details:
Production Futures Limited Recruitment Team
