Event Operations Manager – Infrastructure & Site Execution

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

(On-site, event-based)

Project-Based / Freelance

(High potential to become full-time / Partner role)

We are a newly launched
event infrastructure & operations company
focused on the backbone of events: site readiness, physical setup, logistics, and execution.

We work with event agencies, exhibitions, brand activations, and corporate events to ensure events are delivered
on time, safely, and professionally
.

This is
not
an event planning or creative role.

This role is for someone who understands
how events actually work on the ground
.

We are looking for an experienced
Event Operations Manager
to lead on-site execution and infrastructure coordination for events in Riyadh.

You will be responsible for managing vendors, supervising setup and teardown, coordinating manpower, and ensuring smooth operations from load-in to load-out.

• Lead
  on-site operations
  for events (setup, live day, teardown)
• Coordinate with suppliers (stages, truss, lighting, booths, power, logistics)
• Manage site timelines and ensure deadlines are met
• Supervise crew, technicians, and labor teams
• Identify and solve on-site issues quickly and calmly
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and professional execution
• Communicate directly with agencies, organizers, and internal team
• Support planning of site layouts and operational workflows

• Competitive
  per-project payment
• Opportunity for
  long-term collaboration
• High-performing candidates may be considered for:
• retainer role
• senior operations position
• partnership discussions

• 5+ years
  experience in event operations, production, or site management
• Hands-on experience with:
• exhibitions
• corporate events
• brand activations
• festivals or large-scale setups
• Strong understanding of:
• event infrastructure
• logistics
• supplier coordination
• manpower management
• Calm under pressure and solution-oriented
• Based in Riyadh or willing to work on-site in Riyadh
• Arabic and English preferred