Contract Project Manager
Location: Peterborough
Start Date: 11th May 2026
Duration: Until end of October 2026 (Project Go-Live September + operational support)
Rate: Negotiable
Project Overview
Approach Personnel are recruiting for a Contract Project Manager to oversee the conversion of a live warehouse facilitiy, designed to store large cases and pre-sort upstream of core Fulfilment Centres.
This is a technically driven project involving:
* Storage racking installation
* Mechanical Handling Equipment (MHE) including conveyance, sortation & vision systems
* Waste systems
* PLC-based automation integrated with Amazon warehouse management systems
Project Phases
* Supervision of racking and MHE installation within a live construction environment
* Testing and commissioning of MHE systems to the company standards (safety, functionality, throughput)
* Handover to operations and maintenance teams
The Role
This is a senior-level, autonomous position reporting to a remote EU-based Programme Manager.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading all onsite works from initial access through to Go-Live
* Coordinating racking and MHE suppliers alongside construction teams
* Ensuring compliance with UK CDM regulations and reviewing RAMS
* Supporting commissioning and leading full system testing
* Fault finding, snagging, and resolving technical issues
* Monitoring programme progress, managing critical path, and ensuring timely delivery
* Producing regular project reports and updates
* Coordinating additional support from other sites during peak phases
Requirements
* Engineering or technical degree (or equivalent experience)
* Strong knowledge of UK CDM regulations and CE machine directive compliance
* Proven experience in large-scale MHE or process line installations
* Experience with mechanical systems, controls, and fault finding
* Ability to manage stakeholders across multiple levels
* Previous Amazon project experience (desirable)
* CSCS card (desirable)
Why Apply?
* High-profile project
* End-to-end delivery responsibility
* Technically complex and rewarding role
* Opportunity to work on advanced automation and logistics systems