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Drive Project Leadership Excellence with Eltek Systems – Senior Project Manager Opportunity
Location: Cambridgeshire/ Northants border with Hybrid/Flexible Working | Type: Full-time | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Pension + Health Shield + Benefits
Join Eltek Systems, a key business within VINCI Energies, as our new Senior Project Manager. You will lead the delivery of innovative automation and control solutions for a diverse portfolio of industrial, manufacturing and infrastructure clients across the UK and overseas. We welcome applications from experienced, driven professionals who are passionate about project management in engineering, automation, and process environments. If you are looking to make an impact, develop your career and champion our values of inclusivity, excellence and reliability, we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities – Senior Project Management in Automation, Controls & Engineering
* Oversee the full project lifecycle for automation, control and electrical engineering contracts from scoping and planning through to installation, commissioning and client handover.
* Develop project plans, budgets, risk assessments and schedules to ensure timely, profitable and high-quality project completion that meets or exceeds customer expectations.
* Lead, coordinate and mentor multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, designers, subcontractors, and suppliers, maintaining a strong focus on collaboration and safety.
* Act as the client’s primary point of contact, building trusted relationships through proactive communication, progress updates and prompt issue resolution.
* Monitor project KPIs, change control and resource allocation, taking ownership of performance and commercial outcomes.
* Champion health, safety and environmental excellence across all project activities in accordance with company and industry standards.
* Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence across all aspects of project delivery.
Essential Skills & Experience – Senior Project Manager Job Requirements
* Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Control Systems, or related technical discipline.
* Significant project management experience within the automation, control systems, electrical engineering, or industrial projects sector.
* Proven track record of successfully delivering medium to large-scale projects safely, on time and within budget.
* Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
* Exceptional organisational, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
* Competent in project management tools, risk management, financial control and reporting.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally, nationally, and internationally as project requirements dictate.
Desirable Experience – Industrial Automation, Controls & Engineering Solutions
* APM, Prince2, Microsoft Projects or relevant project management qualifications or certifications.
* Background in delivering projects within regulated, manufacturing, utilities or process industries (e.g. food & beverage, water, energy).
* Exposure to digital transformation, Industry 4.0 or smart automation initiatives.
* Hands-on knowledge of electrical, control or automation systems such as PLC, SCADA, HMI is advantageous.
What We Offer – Careers in Project Management with Eltek Systems
* Competitive salary, discretionary bonus scheme (based upon company performance), and attractive pension contributions.
* Comprehensive benefits package including Health Shield healthcare, 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays), flexible work environment and more.
* Opportunities for advanced project management and leadership training within VINCI Energies.
* Supportive, inclusive and high-performing company culture where your achievements are valued and your growth is prioritised.
* Be at the heart of delivering cutting-edge industrial automation and digital transformation solutions for leading UK organisations.
About Eltek Systems – Automation, Controls & Project Delivery Excellence
Eltek Systems is a recognised leader in the design, delivery and integration of advanced automation, control and telemetry solutions across industry, manufacturing and infrastructure sectors. As a proud member of the global VINCI Energies group, our focus on safety, sustainability, teamwork and innovation underpins every project. Join us to play a pivotal role in building resilient, efficient and future-ready engineering solutions for vital industries nationally and internationally.
Apply Now – Progress your Career as a Senior Project Manager with Eltek Systems
Looking to shape the future of automation and control projects? Apply today and become a key member of Eltek Systems’ dynamic team delivering engineering excellence in the UK and across the World.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
* Industries
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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