Engineering Project Manager (Mechanical & Electrical)
Northern & Scotland Region – Regional Role | Company car included.
Lead high‑impact engineering projects across North England and Scotland.
As an Engineering Project Manager (Mechanical basis) you will play a key role in delivering capital projects across our northern and Scottish operational sites. You’ll be responsible for leading end‑to‑end project delivery, from concept and design through to commissioning, providing mechanical and electrical engineering expertise to support operational performance and improvements, working within a CDM environment, managing project budgets, timelines and resources, and partnering closely with operational teams to deliver practical, value‑driven engineering solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver projects safely, promoting a zero‑harm/zero‑incident culture.
* Provide expert mechanical and electrical engineering support across capital projects.
* Build strong relationships with stakeholders, contractors and site teams.
* Apply value engineering and best practice to optimise project outcomes.
* Identify opportunities for cost savings and performance improvements.
* Ensure compliance with all engineering, HSE, and CDM regulations.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives across regional operations.
* Interpret and challenge technical designs, drawings and specifications (CAD).
Qualifications & Experience
* Strong operational engineering or project experience within an industrial, heavy industry, manufacturing, aggregates, asphalt, concrete or similar environment.
* Qualifications in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering (Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent experience).
* Proven project management experience including budgeting and delivery.
* Strong knowledge of CDM regulations and safe project delivery.
* Ability to scope, estimate and deliver complex projects.
* Experience working across multi‑disciplinary teams in a multi‑site environment.
* A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with strong problem‑solving ability.
* Proven financial awareness and commercial astuteness.
* High levels of resilience, adaptability and self‑awareness.
* Knowledge of Quarry Regulations 1999 (preferred).
Why This Role Stands Out
* High level of autonomy and ownership across impactful projects.
* Opportunity to work across both mechanical and electrical disciplines.
* Exposure to diverse operational sites and engineering challenges.
* Be part of a function driving efficiency, innovation and sustainability.
Why Tarmac
We don’t just offer a job, we offer a career. In addition to rewarding roles and supporting career development, we provide:
* Bonus scheme
* Enhanced holiday entitlement
* Contributory pension scheme
* Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
* Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice.
* Employees can join our community networks (e.g., REACH, Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female Voice and Menopause).
* Training and development opportunities.
Equal Opportunity & Diversity
Tarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer and proudly part of CRH, a leading equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone, and welcome reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.
Job Reference
tarmac/TP/112/7822
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