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Job Description

Technical Services Senior Manager - Event Infrastructure
Location: Saudi Arabia
Start Date: June 1, 2026
Duration: Until March 1, 2027
 
Role Overview

We are looking for a Technical Services Senior Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of all technical infrastructure for a large-scale international football tournament. This role will oversee multiple technical workstreams including power, ICT, broadcast, and venue systems, ensuring seamless integration and operational readiness across all venues.
 
Key Responsibilities


  • Lead the overall technical services strategy across multiple venues and clusters

  • Oversee planning and delivery of key technical systems including power, ICT, broadcast, AV, and related infrastructureCoordinate with design, overlay, and operations teams to ensure technical requirements are fully integrated

  • Manage technical vendors, consultants, and contractors across all phases (design, installation, testing, operations)

  • Ensure all systems are delivered in line with timelines, budgets, and quality standards

  • Oversee testing, commissioning, and readiness of all technical infrastructure

  • Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies across all technical workstreams

  • Support venue readiness, test events, and live operations

  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and technical standards

  • Provide regular reporting to senior stakeholders and leadership teams



Requirements


  • Minimum 10+ years of experience in technical services, infrastructure, or engineering roles

  • Strong background in large-scale events, sports tournaments, or complex infrastructure projects

  • Experience managing multiple technical disciplines (power, ICT, AV, broadcast, etc.)

  • Proven experience managing vendors and large technical teams

  • Strong understanding of systems integration and technical delivery lifecycle

  • Experience working in fast-paced, high-pressure environments

  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

  • Relevant engineering or technical qualification preferred

  • Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus



Key Skills


  • Technical Infrastructure Planning

  • Multi-Discipline Coordination (Power, ICT, AV, Broadcast)

  • Systems Integration & Delivery

  • Vendor & Contractor Management

  • Project & Programme Management

  • Risk Management & Mitigation

  • Testing & Commissioning

  • Operational Readiness Planning

  • Budget Awareness & Cost Control

  • Health & Safety Compliance (HSE)

  • Problem Solving & Decision Making

  • Leadership & Team Management



 
What We're Looking For


  • Strong technical leader with a hands-on approach

  • Ability to manage complex, multi-venue environments

  • Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving skills

  • Experience in high-profile international events is a strong advantage

  • Able to drive coordination across multiple stakeholders and technical teams

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Job ID: 145837163