Job Title: Project Manager (Construction) Location: Warrington Salary: Competitive, plus benefits
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Project Manager (Construction) on behalf of our client, a leading engineering firm. The role is focused on delivering a diverse range of high-value projects within the Technology division, particularly in a joint venture setting where the company acts as both Principal Designer and Principal Contractor.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee a portfolio of projects ranging from £250k to £15m, ensuring all are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standards. Complete typical project management tasks such as creating detailed programmes, issuing Early Warnings, managing Variations, and forecasting costs. Monitor the overall commercial performance of each project, maintaining accurate cost-to-complete forecasts and addressing any risks or delays. Ensure that project design reviews are completed, and quality procedures are adhered to throughout the project lifecycle. Act as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring effective communication with all stakeholders and escalating significant issues where necessary. Work closely with the engineering design and manufacturing teams to ensure project progress is aligned with expectations. Support project bids and quotes, identifying project management needs, defining programmes, and ensuring all contractual obligations are met. Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations, particularly under the CDM Principal Contractor and Designer roles. Conduct periodic site safety inspections.
Skills and Experience:
Proven experience in project management within the construction or engineering industry, ideally with exposure to mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation systems. Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work effectively with both internal teams and external clients. Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Project. Commercial awareness with experience working on NEC3 or NEC4 contracts. Experience with electrical installations, including control panels, PLC, SCADA, and instrumentation, would be an advantage.
Qualifications:
ONC/HNC/Degree in Electrical, Measurement, or Control Engineering (or a related discipline). Project Management certification such as APM or Prince 2 (preferred). SSSTS/SMSTS and CDM Principal Contractor qualifications (training provided if not already obtained). DOMS/National Water Hygiene Card (training provided if needed). CSCS/ECS card and Emergency First Aid at Work certification (training provided if needed).
Additional Information:
This role will be based at the Warrington office, with the requirement to travel to client sites and partner locations. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of multiple projects, working closely with project coordinators, engineers, and other internal teams.
If you are an experienced Project Manager looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to complex and impactful projects, we would love to hear from you.