Senior Project Manager / Deputy Head of Projects Stamford, UK | Full-Time | Onsite | £85,000 Global Project Exposure Leadership Path Power Big-Impact Projects. Lead Complex Engineering Delivery. Be the Voice of Execution. This is more than just a senior engineering job its your chance to take charge of high-value industrial projects across the global energy, petrochemical, and power sectors. If you're a commercially savvy engineering professional ready to lead technical delivery and influence client strategy, this Senior Project Manager / Deputy Head of Projects position is built for you. Step into a visible, high-responsibility role with direct impact on major capital equipment projects and grow into a future Head of Projects. About the Company This role sits within the global burner and environmental solutions division of one of the worlds leading combustion engineering organisations. With an unmatched legacy of technical excellence and innovation, the company supports blue-chip clients worldwide delivering high-performance burner, incineration, and pollution control systems that power cleaner, more efficient industries. Backed by a culture of collaboration, hands-on leadership, and real engineering ownership, this is an environment where careers thrive, talent is supported, and ideas are welcomed. About the Senior Project Manager / Deputy Head of Projects Role The Senior Project Manager / Deputy Head of Projects is the go-to authority for project delivery ensuring complex burner and combustion system orders are fulfilled on time, to spec, and within budget. Youll act as the primary customer contact, manage cross-functional delivery teams, maintain detailed cost control, and oversee full technical and commercial lifecycle activities. This role combines technical oversight with high-level client engagement and positions you as the natural successor to the Head of Projects. Key Responsibilities of the Senior Project Manager / Deputy Head of Projects Own the entire project lifecycle from customer order to post-delivery support Define project scope, confirm specs, and review contracts against technical quotations Perform and oversee engineering calculations to guide system design Lead coordination across engineering, drafting, procurement, manufacturing, and QA Maintain accurate project P&Ls, material costs, and delivery schedules Conduct project risk reviews, manage change orders, and resolve issues Communicate regularly with international clients, end users, and internal stakeholders Visit customer sites for project meetings, inspections, and commissioning support Review and release technical documentation and fabrication drawings Support continuous improvement and contribute to departmental leadership initiatives Assist with mentoring, training, and succession planning for junior project engineers What Were Looking For in a Senior Project Manager / Deputy Head of Projects Degree qualified in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or related Engineering discipline Extensive experience in manufacturing and/or capital equipment project delivery Strong technical understanding of engineering principles combustion industry knowledge is a plus Commercially astute with a proven track record in client-facing project roles Skilled at managing P&Ls, project scope, and risk Excellent communicator who can influence technical and non-technical stakeholders Strong leadership mindset with potential to move into Head of Projects role Ability to travel internationally for project delivery or client meetings Why Join as a Senior Project Manager / Deputy Head of Projects? Join a world-class engineering organisation with a global reputation Deliver complex projects for major clients in power, oil & gas, and petrochemicals Enjoy a role with variety, autonomy, and high visibility across the business Be part of a collaborative team that values expertise, innovation, and leadership Competitive salary progression into senior leadership Exposure to international projects and clients Strong benefits package and career investment This is your chance to run major projects, engage global clients, and step up into senior leadership. Take control of project delivery that fuels industry performance worldwide. Apply now for the Senior Project Manager / Deputy Head of Projects role and lead with purpose. ADZN1_UKTJ