Project Manager

Description

The company is a diversified manufacturer that designs, builds and delivers products for market-leading brands.

The planned spin-off of the Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent public company is scheduled for Q1 2027. If it goes ahead, this role will support that company, which provides end-to-end power and thermal management for AI data centers and other mission-critical applications.

The role is based in Blackburn or Kendal and reports to the Head of Projects (Modular) EMEA. You will take Modular projects from design and manufacture through FAT, logistics, delivery and site integration, delivering them safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality, while protecting commercial performance and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of several high-value Modular projects, covering scope, schedule, cost, quality and safety.
• Lead each project through design, manufacture, FAT, logistics, delivery sequencing and site integration.
• Manage project profitability, including cost control, variations, invoicing, final accounts, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Coordinate engineering, manufacturing, logistics and site operations teams so their work stays aligned.
• Track and report project performance, and step in with corrective action where needed to meet objectives.
• Manage risks, issues, dependencies and change control, escalating and mitigating problems promptly.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, internal stakeholders and third-party partners.
• Keep project documentation complete, accurate, current and properly filed.
• Produce accurate project reports and forecasts that meet business governance requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and adopting best practice.
• Support and mentor project team members to keep delivery standards consistent.

Requirements

• Proven experience delivering complex Modular, skid-based, switchgear, busbar or power distribution projects.
• Experience managing several concurrent, high-value projects and a range of stakeholders.
• Strong commercial and financial judgement, including profitability, cost control and variation management.
• Experience across engineering, manufacturing, factory delivery and site execution.
• Ability to build relationships at every level, including senior customer stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Smartsheet for project management and reporting.
• Excellent organisation, communication and reporting skills.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic, able to perform well in fast-paced, pressured settings.
• Strong attention to detail, sound decision-making, and the ability to work autonomously and take accountability.
• Full clean driving licence and the right to work in the UK, with a passport and willingness to travel abroad.
• Desirable: Project Management certification such as APMP, PRINCE2 or an equivalent.
• Desirable: Understanding of electrical principles and power distribution or generation systems.

Conditions

Job code: TK43.

Job category: Operations.

Location: Blackburn or Kendal, with hybrid working depending on the job function.

Occasional travel is essential, and some roles include travel opportunities.

The company is an equal opportunity employer. Selection is based on merit, qualifications and ability, and no one is discriminated against on any legally protected status.

Benefits

• Opportunities to learn new skills in a fast-paced industry.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Merit-based annual pay review.
• Enhanced annual leave.
• Employee recognition scheme and long service awards.
• Referral bonus.
• Volunteer days.
• Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and a virtual GP service available 24/7, 365 days a year.
• Sick pay scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme with free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice.
• On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders.
• Discounts on food, activities, gym memberships and more.