Event Project Manager

Event Project Manager – Lasham, Hampshire

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Event Project Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in greenfield event management, with a proven track record of successfully planning and executing a variety of events. We are looking for someone who has worked on outdoor events & Festivals.

The Project Manager role will be responsible for overseeing some of the UK’s greatest events, including Carfest, Royal International Air Tattoo, Royal Ascot & Boomtown, to name a few! The position will oversee our event contracts, primarily focusing on the operational aspects of delivering the event, including build, live dates, and the break. 

The ideal candidate will be forward-thinking, with strong operational and management skills, and not daunted by the potentially long, unsociable hours the events industry demands during peak times. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of events from conception to completion, ensuring all details are meticulously organised. 
• To stay on site during the live event in either caravans/sleeper cabins or local accommodation. 
• Manage small to large teams of tanker drivers, service attendants, and cleaners. 
• Manage and motivate outdoor event staff to ensure contracts are delivered on time and at a high standard. 
• Being able to be ‘Hands On’ when on-site with regard to setting up and managing the sanitation at large outdoor events. 
• Quality assurance of all equipment hired: ensuring delivery and collection, a high standard of cleanliness, and excellent working order. 
• Managing weekend staff, assigning shifts, and making sure all the drivers are aware of the weekends they are due to work. 
• Organising consumables to site and managing the quantities to ensure cost savings. 
• Organising welfare, accommodation, and catering for staff on site. 
• Being on call on an out-of-hours rota to deal with queries regarding events. 
• Transporting and driving equipment from our depots to and from event sites. 
• Other dues as and when required 

Experience and Expertise 

• Experience in managing a team 
• Hands-on style and willingness to teach, train, and observe all members of staff 
• Can ‘do’ attitude 
• Plumbing/DIY experience 

You may not have experience in every aspect of the role before, but that is ok, you will receive ongoing support and development that will provide you with the skills and knowledge required for a successful career. All we ask for is a proactive, motivated attitude, close attention to detail, and a keenness to share your ideas to make the role a success. 

About Site Equip

Site Equip is an innovative, fast-growing, award-winning company providing portable welfare facilities across the South. We work in both the construction and event industries, supplying major contractors including the London Fire Brigade and the Ministry of Defence, as well as large-scale events. Our culture is collaborative, ambitious, and fun. We encourage people to push boundaries, excel in their roles, and contribute to the success of the business. For the right candidate, there’s significant potential for career progression.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours 
• Bonus scheme 
• On-site parking 
• Company Vehicle for work purposes 
• Company events 
• Additional holiday leave for years of service 
• An additional holiday day for your birthday 

Why Join Us?

Site Event is innovative, fast-growing, and award-winning, constantly pushing boundaries and driving things forward. We believe everything is possible and always want to improve. Our culture is one where people are relaxed, enjoy themselves, have the opportunity to exceed and excel, are challenged, encouraged to break boundaries, identify the new, and be part of a team delivering damn good work. We’re very passionate about what we do. Our commitment and drive are unerring. 

If you’re ready for something new, different, and to push boundaries where you can take ownership and responsibility for leading the event operations of a growing and thriving business, then it’s likely this role and our culture are a fit for you. We want like-minded people to be part of, contribute to, and be rewarded for their involvement in the success of Site Event. 

Job Type: Full Time (6-month contracts and Freelance contracts also available)

Pay: From £32,000.00-£38,000.00 per year

Additional pay: 

• Bonus scheme 

• Performance bonus 

• Yearly bonus 

Benefits:

• Additional leave 
• Company events 
• Company pension 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Employee discount 
• On-site parking 
• Referral programme 

Expected contract dates: 01/04/2025 – 30/09/2025 

Job Types: Temporary, Fixed-term contract, Temp to perm, Freelance 

Contract length: 6 months 

Experience: 

• Event Management: 1 year (required) 

Work Location: In person 

Application deadline: 31/03/2026 

Expected start date: 01/04/2026