Technical Project Manager

Job Title: Technical Project Manager

Department: Stadium Operations

Reporting: Technical Manager - Stadium

Location: Within the Brentford Estate

Salary: Competitive

Closing date: 10 June 2024

Regulated Role:No

Brentford FC is a bit different to other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.

Being progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.

We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas, solve problems and ultimately grow Brentford FC.

We play in a brand-new stadium, 15 minutes from Heathrow in vibrant west London.

We will never forget where we have come from, but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.

Come join us.

Brentford FC is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups – such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities. Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as 'reasonable adjustments), you will have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in the hiring process.

Safeguarding Statement:

Brentford FC is committed to equality, the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff and volunteers at the club, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training to enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. This role requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies and uphold the club's commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people to ensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timely reporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team. We remind those barred from regulated activity that it is an offence to apply for such positions.

Please note that where appropriate for the role, you will be required to complete additional background checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and police checks for any time you have lived or worked outside of the UK in the last 10 years. You can find out more about this at

Please also note that a CV application will not be sufficient. Applications will not be considered where the application form has not been completed in full.

If the role you are applying for involves regulated activity and you have been shortlisted for a first stage interview, you will be asked to fill out a Declaration of Offences Form.

The role of the Technical Project Manager

The Technical Project Manager at Brentford Football Club, located at Vantage Building and the Gtech Community Stadium, is operationally responsible for the strategic planning, meticulous execution, and successful delivery of all technical projects at the club's sites. This role involves maintaining the building systems and look to plan and implement new projects where technical expertise is required such as M&E systems, power loading, lifecycles of systems. This role will see the individual overseeing multiple stakeholders (internal and external), managing a dedicated team, and ensuring exceptional reliability and service at all the club's sites.

This role involves working to a football/ events schedule which may include early mornings, late evenings and weekends as required.

Main Accountabilities

• Lead with major projects at the club sites.
• Ensure all systems and PPM is maintained with the latest software and practice.
• Review the architecture within M&E of the club's buildings and infrastructure, advise where risks are and a lifecycle plan to maintain and replace.
• Assist and manage the engineering element of the HVAC systems at the clubs' sites.
• Co-ordination among various stakeholders involved in presenting, planning and budgeting for major projects, with scope of works, risks, timelines and any other environment factors that is needed to deliver.
• Schedule Monthly project meeting for all parties involved in the planning, delivery and post-delivery of projects.
• Co-ordinate with the venue Operations and Commercial teams for when projects are to be scheduled (including inhouse service providers) and the impact that this may have on the end users.
• Producing and agreeing an event plan with relevant information for all sub-contractors and stakeholders to deliver projects and special works.
• To submit works on a booking calendar/system and communicate all requirements to the relevant stakeholders with the agreed timelines and dates.
• Process purchase orders and monitor expenditures for Major projects and special event/ operations budgets.
• Identify new trends and areas of improvement that can have an impact on future M&E changes/ improvements and return higher yields for the business.
• Submit a monthly update for the Technical Manager and the Ops Director with projects, recommendations and budget forecasting.
• Sustainability input within the club's sustainability strategy to recommend and implement best practice and new trends that have a positive impact on the operation of the business. E.g. Solar panels, energy consumption processes and sensors in certain areas.
• To act and be the appointed "Electrician/ Engineering" role on a Stadium matchday.
• Deputise for the Technical Manager or act as the Duty Manager for Technical responsibilities on matchdays and/or special events.
• Undertake such other duties appropriate to the level and character of work as may reasonably be required. Significant permanent changes in duties will require agreed revisions to be made to this Job Description.

General Club Accountabilities

• To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies, including safeguarding, health and safety policies and with specific reference to the data regulations (GDPR and PECR)
• To ensure compliance with the Club's Code of Conduct.
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
• To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times
• To promote and support positive mental health and wellbeing throughout the Club both on and off the field.

Key Internal Relationships

• Catering (Levy's)
• Football Dept
• Premium Service
• Technology
• Commercial
• Local Council
• Marketing
• Finance
• Security
• Cleaning

Person Specification - Essential Personal Characteristics

• Candidate must align with Brentford FC Values and Culture
• Previous experience in planning, managing and delivering successful projects.
• Ability to work with senior management and the ability to communicate with staff and stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to manage teams. (internal or external)
• Create management, communication plans and processes.
• Define project responsibilities with stakeholders.
• Ability to work within a greater team and have problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills in all forms, in person, via phone and written communications
• Accurate and effective report writing.
• Full competence across the MS Office product suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and be adaptable.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• A genuine team player with a collaborative working style and approach to problem-solving.
• Flexible approach to working hours and the ability to work some unsociable hours as required.
• Have suitable and relevant qualifications for the role.

Person Specification – Desirable Personal Characteristics

• Competence and experience of working in a special events/ stadium environment from planning to delivery and closure.
• Competence and experience of briefing and debriefing staff
• High level of numeracy and literacy
• Prince 2 Foundation/ Practitioner
• IOSH qualification.