Project Manager

Project Manager – Power Generation
Location: UK Wide
Salary: Competitive
Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8:30am–5pm | Friday 8:30am–4pm
I’m currently working with an established business within the power generation and energy sector who are looking to recruit an experienced Project Manager to join their growing team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Project Manager with a strong engineering and power generation background to take responsibility for the successful delivery of major energy projects across the UK.
The role will involve managing projects from a commercial, technical and operational perspective, with responsibility for project performance, customer satisfaction, cost control and overall delivery.
There will also be opportunities to work across technically complex projects involving reciprocating engines, mechanical and electrical systems, civils, energy production and O&M operations.
The Role
Managing projects through the full project lifecycle
Taking responsibility for the successful delivery of individual projects
Managing project P&L and ensuring projects are delivered profitably
Coordinating engineering, construction, installation and commissioning activities
Managing project budgets, costs and commercial performance
Working closely with customers to ensure a high level of service and satisfaction
Managing contractors, suppliers and project stakeholders
Supporting contract and commercial management
Ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards
Monitoring project progress, performance and key deliverables
Managing project risks, issues and changes
Supporting the effective management of project resources
Ensuring compliance with CDM and health & safety requirements
Producing and maintaining project documentation and reports
Supporting supplier meetings and witness testing where required
Travelling throughout the UK and occasionally overseas
Working closely with internal engineering, design, commercial and operational teamsYou’ll ideally have:

5+ years’ experience managing energy, power generation or similar engineering projects
Strong technical knowledge of power generation and construction
Experience working with reciprocating engines
Understanding of associated civil, mechanical and electrical systems
Knowledge of energy production and O&M operations
Strong understanding of CDM and health & safety
Experience with contract management
Knowledge of contracts such as NEC, FIDIC, IChemE or MF1
Experience managing project costs, budgets and commercial performance
Competence using Microsoft Project (MPP) and Microsoft Office
HNC/HND or higher qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
A commercially aware and organised approach
Full UK driving licencePackage
Competitive salary
25 days’ holiday plus bank/public holidays
Enhanced holiday entitlement with length of service
Company pension scheme with attractive employer contribution
Private healthcare
Life insurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Career development opportunities
Ongoing investment in training and professional development
Long-term progression opportunities
Opportunity to work on technically challenging energy projects
UK-wide travel with occasional overseas travelThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager looking to join an established and growing business within the power generation and energy sector.
You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of technically complex projects, work with a range of customers and suppliers, and play a key role in delivering major energy infrastructure projects across the UK.
Interested?If you’re interested in the role or would like to discuss it confidentially, feel free to message me directly or send across your CV.
Equally, if you know someone who may be a good fit, feel free to get in touch