Project Manager - Derby (with national travel) - £55,000 + benefits
We are thrilled to be working exclusively with a growing organisation to recruit a Project Manager to support the delivery of projects across the UK.
This is a key position responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will take ownership of the full project lifecycle, collaborating closely with internal teams and stakeholders to drive successful outcomes.
This role is primarily office-based in Derby, with an expectation to spend up to two days per week on customer sites depending on project requirements. Flexibility for travel is required.
What is on Offer
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Up to 4% contributory pension
Training and development opportunities
Clear progression pathways
Employee Assistance Programme
Wellbeing support and virtual GP access
Death in service benefit (3x salary)
Responsibilities
Define project scope and produce detailed delivery plans
Oversee project schedules, milestones, and ongoing progress tracking
Manage stakeholder relationships and ensure clear, consistent reporting
Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, Operations, and site-based personnel
Plan, allocate, and control resources, logistics, and timelines
Identify, evaluate, and manage risks, issues, and changes to scope
Manage technical queries and maintain accuracy of all project documentation
Track performance against budget and agreed delivery targets
Maintain governance frameworks, reporting processes, and project controls
Coordinate site access, permits, and safety documentation, including RAMS and WPP
About You
Proven experience in a Project Manager role within a fast-paced Engineering environment
Strong organisational, planning, and problem-solving skills
Experience managing multiple stakeholders and priorities
Clear and confident communicator with the ability to influence
Proactive, resilient, and delivery-focused
Experience working with technical or engineering documentation
Desirable
Project management qualification (PRINCE2, APM PMQ/PPQ or similar)
If you are interested in finding out about this exciting Project Manager opportunity, please click ‘apply now’.
Chase & Holland acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We specialise in finance, supply chain, HR, IT and office support recruitment and comfortably service Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Staffordshire and Lincolnshire