Head of Venue Technology Delivery

About the role

The Head of Venue Technology Delivery leads the end‑to‑end implementation of advanced ICT, AV and ELV solutions across stadiums, sports venues and large international events. This senior position ensures seamless integration, operational readiness and an enhanced experience for organizers, spectators and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Own the full delivery lifecycle from concept initiation through planning, procurement, implementation, testing, commissioning and handover.
• Prepare RFPs, manage tendering, evaluate vendors, coordinate contracts and oversee post‑award execution.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, technical specifications, implementation plans and reporting frameworks.
• Coordinate execution with vendors, consultants, contractors and internal teams, aligning plans with operational and engineering requirements.
• Define functional and technical requirements for venue technology systems and infrastructure.
• Monitor performance, risks, timelines, budgets and quality to ensure successful outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory and cybersecurity requirements.
• Lead contract performance management, testing, commissioning, integration validation and transition‑to‑operations activities.
• Provide executive‑level updates, dashboards and status reports to senior leadership.
• Mentor and guide the Venue Technology Delivery team, supporting strategic transformation initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field.
• Extensive experience delivering large‑scale venue technology projects, preferably in sports or event environments.
• Proven track record managing multi‑disciplinary teams and complex vendor ecosystems.
• Strong understanding of ICT, AV and ELV systems and associated regulatory standards.

Required skills

• ICT systems
• Audio‑Visual (AV) systems
• Extra Low Voltage (ELV) systems
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Project Management
• RFP preparation and tender management
• Vendor evaluation and contract coordination
• Cybersecurity standards compliance