Project Manager

Vital are working with one of the UK's largest multidisciplinary design and build contractors with over 100 years of industry experience. With expertise in supporting blue chip clients in the Water, Power & Energy, Pharmaceutical and Food and Beverage industries they are at the forefront of value-added engineering. Job Details To undertake the management of projects within the Technology SBU. Projects ranging in size from £250K to £15m.Volume of projects approximately £1.5m to £5m per year, typically up to 15 projects within portfolio. Portfolio of projects will range from off-site build and installation of LV assemblies, through to multi year migration and electrical installations. The job holder will also engage the support of other staff such as Project Coordinators, Engineers, Planners, Quantity Surveyors, Buyers, etc in addition to close liaison with other Project Managers, Key Account Managers and other internal staff and clients as necessary to effectively execute the function. The job holder will work on MEICA contracts/projects, typically involving mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation systems. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery Complete typical project management tasks such as creating detailed programmes, issuing Early Warnings, costing and submitting Variations, forecasting, etc Assume project management responsibility for all projects within portfolio, this will require the completion of the following: Work with the Project Coordinators or Administrators to support them in completing routine administrative tasks that have been assigned to them. For assigned projects, ensure all engineering design, manufacturing and installation teams are clear on the scope and programme of works and its technical content. Ensure they are made aware of any changes to these requirements in a timely manner and address and consequential impacts to the client in terms of costs or programme. Be the main point of client contact for assigned projects and ensure any significant issues (e.g. delays or cost impacts) are escalated to the Key Account Managers or Operations Manager. Commercial Support the Key Account Manager on new project bids and quotes, such as through identifying the requirements for project management or administration resources and costs and assisting to define programmes required to complete works in accordance with the client’s expected timescales. Working with support of the Quantity Surveyor, ensure all contractual obligations are met across all assigned projects. This will involve ensuring formal communications both to and from the client are dealt with in accordance with the contract terms and timescales, invoicing is timely, and that change is managed correctly. Support the wider commercial and technical management needs of the business Health and Safety Assume full responsibility for the fulfilment of the requirements of CDM Principal Contractor and Designer. Develop Health and Safety related documentation for site works associated with assigned projects, such as ensuring Risk Assessments and Method Statements are prepared, completed, checked, and issued. For allocated projects, ensure a suitable responsible person is assigned to oversee site activities and is fully aware of their site works scope and responsibilities. Escalate and Health and Safety related issues to the Operations Manager without delay. Attend client sites as necessary to review job progress and ensure packages of work are signed off by the client’s Project Managers. Skills Knowledge Essential Skills Good planning, organisational and time management skills. Must be positive, approachable, willing and helpful. Good interpersonal skills. Excellent IT skills, including MS Word, MS Excel and MS Project. Ability to act on own initiative. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within and outside the organisation. Must be commercially aware. Must be a good team player. An appreciation of electrical installations and control systems including, but not limited to, control panels/MCCs, PLC, SCADA, instrumentation is preferred. Qualifications ONC/HNC/Degree in electrical, measurement or control engineering or related discipline. Good basic education particularly in English language and grammar. Project Management skills, APM or Prince 2 practitioner preferred. SSSTS/SMSTS and CDM principal contractor qualifications and/or experience preferred. If you do not hear from us within seven days, then your application has not been successful on this occasion. We may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Vital Human Resources is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. £50,000 - £60,000