Job Description

Unique Venues Birmingham (UVB) is seeking an experienced

Technical Project Manager

to lead the delivery of all technical elements across our diverse portfolio of conferences, events, and hospitality activities within The REP and the Library of Birmingham.

In this key role, you will manage and coordinate all technical operations, ensuring exceptional customer service, high-quality event delivery, and safe working practices. You will lead a team of Technical Managers, technicians, freelancers, and casual staff, acting as the primary technical contact for clients throughout the planning and delivery process.

Working closely with the Sales & Events Office and the Hospitality Operations Manager, you will oversee technical scheduling, budgeting, equipment management, resource planning, and the safe set-up, running, and de-rig of events. You will also advise on technical elements during sales and planning stages, support cross-departmental communication, and drive efficiency and profitability through innovation, effective resource use, and the up-selling of technical services.

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Technical Project Manager with exceptional planning, scheduling, and administrative skills. You'll bring a positive, professional attitude, excellent timekeeping, and strong reliability. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and occasional anti-social hours is essential.

You will have extensive experience delivering live events and managing clients, contractors, budgets, and technical resources. Strong hands-on knowledge of AV, lighting, sound, hybrid/virtual conferencing platforms, and health & safety is required. Experience in customer-focused environments and an interest in theatre are highly desirable.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant organisation at the heart of Birmingham's cultural district and play a leading role in delivering exceptional and memorable events.

If this could be you, we'd love to hear from you.

For further details about the role, The Rep visit our website https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/about-us/jobs-vacancies/.

Please apply direct via the application portal on the Rep website. We do not accept applications direct from Indeed.

Working with us you would be able to access the following benefits

Employer contribution pension scheme Holiday entitlement of 5 weeks plus bank holidays rising with service A day off for your birthday Free-to-use employee assistance service and 24/7 GP Service Staff ticket discount (when available) Staff discount in The Rep food and drink outlets (when available) 25% Season Ticket discount on parking at Q-Parks 5 day rates at Utilita Arena North and South Car Parks Access to salary sacrifice schemes including Bike to Work scheme and Health Cash Plans We actively encourage all staff to see shows as believe that being part of The Rep product enhances everyone's experience as an employee and ambassador. To ensure everyone has a chance to attend shows every staff member is invited to attend press night for all The Rep's own productions along with further complimentary tickets where possible as well as competitive discounts throughout the year.
If you have any questions, reach out to us at reptalent@birmingham-rep.co.uk.

It's important to us that The Rep reflects the communities we serve and therefore we particularly welcome applicants from the global majority and D/deaf & disabled communities as these groups are not as well represented as we want them to be.

The Rep is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. As part of our safer recruitment practices, the suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers is thoroughly assessed.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 37,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 19/12/2025