Technical Project Manager (m/f/d) Event Technology

Take technical responsibility for exceptional live experiences at one of Berlin's most iconic event venues! From concerts and gala events to TV productions and conferences, Tempodrom Berlin offers a dynamic and exciting event environment, hosting around 200 events and welcoming more than 400,000 visitors every year. As a Technical Project Manager (m/f/d) | Event Technology, you will be responsible for the technical planning and execution of our events. Working closely with event organizers, service providers and our internal team, you will ensure that all technical and organizational processes run smoothly. You will apply your expertise as a certified Master of Event Technology or an equivalently qualified professional under the German Ordinance on Places of Assembly, helping to create outstanding live experiences.

Your Responsibilities

• Event Management: Take responsibility for the technical planning, coordination, execution and follow-up of our events and productions, ensuring smooth technical and operational processes.
• Technical Planning & Consultation: Create event-specific CAD drawings, advise event organizers on technical matters and ensure compliance with all relevant requirements and regulations.
• Team Coordination: Coordinate and instruct internal and external staff, ensuring efficient collaboration among everyone involved.
• Technical Operations: Independently manage and operate our technical facilities, including event and lighting technology as well as building systems and safety equipment.
• Service Provider Management: Plan and coordinate external service providers, including security, cleaning and technical contractors, while ensuring high standards of quality and efficiency.
• Maintenance & Cost Control: Oversee repair and maintenance activities and review the corresponding invoices.
• Team Development: Depending on your experience and qualifications, take on additional responsibilities in organizing and further developing our technical team.

What you'll need

• Professional Qualification: A completed qualification as a certified Master of Event Technology (Meister für Veranstaltungstechnik) or equivalent certification in accordance with Section 39 of the German Ordinance on Places of Assembly (Versammlungsstättenverordnung).
• Professional Experience: Several years of experience in the event industry, combined with a solid understanding of relevant legal regulations and safety requirements.
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in MS Office and CAD applications, along with good written and spoken English skills.
• Organizational Skills: A structured, independent and solution-oriented working style, combined with strong organizational and coordination abilities.
• Communication Skills: Strong negotiation skills, confidence and a professional, customer-oriented approach when working with event organizers, service providers and colleagues.
• Teamwork & Resilience: The ability to stay organized and focused in a fast-paced event environment, with a collaborative mindset and a proactive approach to solving challenges.
• Leadership Potential: Initial experience in leading a small team is an advantage but not a requirement.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible, event-dependent hours, including Sundays and public holidays.

What we offer

• Permanent Employment: A full-time, permanent position with an immediate start or a mutually agreed starting date.
• Great Team: An open-minded, dynamic and motivated team with flat hierarchies.
• Exciting Responsibilities: A varied role with a high level of personal responsibility at one of Berlin's most popular event venues.
• Diverse Events: Exciting public and corporate events throughout the year.
• Attractive Compensation: Competitive salary and employee benefits.
• Comprehensive Onboarding: Thorough onboarding to familiarize you with our processes and operations.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for personal and professional growth and further training.

The Tempodrom is one of Berlin's leading concert and event venues. We rent out our Large and Small Arenas for concerts, gala events, TV productions, as well as for congresses and conferences, with capacities ranging from 100 to 4,200 people. National and international stars thrill over 350,000 visitors annually at approximately 200 events.