Project Manager - Construction / Engineered Systems
National Role | Travel Required
We are seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to lead the delivery of major, technically complex construction projects within a specialist engineered solutions environment.
This is a high-impact operational role with full ownership of projects from post-order clearance through to installation, commissioning, invoicing and financial close-out. You'll be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within scope and on budget - while protecting margin and maintaining exceptional quality standards.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where coordination, commercial awareness and technical confidence are essential, this role offers genuine responsibility and influence.
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The Role
You will take end-to-end responsibility for assigned projects following order acceptance, acting as the primary operational lead throughout delivery.
Key aspects include:
* Managing the full project lifecycle from technical clearance to handover
* Coordinating internal teams across technical, procurement, manufacturing, logistics and installation
* Proactively managing programme, risk, constraints and dependencies
* Monitoring progress against contractual requirements and lead times
* Acting as the first escalation point for site-based operational and quality issues
* Attending site as required to resolve challenges and maintain delivery momentum
* Ensuring installations meet quality standards and customer expectations
* Supporting RAMS and site documentation production
* Overseeing cost control including field operations, subcontractors, WIP and invoicing
What Success Looks Like
You will be accountable for performance across:
* Programme adherence and on-time delivery
* Cost control and margin protection
* Field Operations cost management
* First Time Fix performance
* WIP accuracy and invoicing control
* Quality assurance and defect reduction
What We're Looking For
Essential Experience
* Proven experience as a Project Manager xsngvjr within construction, building services or engineered systems
* Experience delivering technically complex, multi-stakeholder projects
* Strong commercial awareness and cost management capability
* Ability to manage programme, risk and delivery under pressure
* Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills
* Experience using ERP systems (SAP advantageous)
* Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
* Proficient in Microsoft Office
Desirable
* Ability to read and interpret construction or faade drawings
* Knowledge of automatic doors or EN16005 (training can be provided)
* Experience using or similar project tracking tools