Assistant Project Manager(CCTV/BMS)

OAKTREE CONSULTING; Penarth; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

OAKTREE CONSULTING seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead large-scale ELV and BMS greenfield projects in complex environments such as hospitals and airports. You will drive planning, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination to ensure successful delivery from initiation to handover.

The role requires 5+ years in ELV/BMS, strong Microsoft Project skills, and hands-on experience with cash flow, cost control, and EAC. PMP/PRINCE2 experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Building Services, Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience, preferably in ELV/BMS and large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in greenfield projects within hospitals, airports, or similar complex environments.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Project for scheduling and planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of ELV and BMS greenfield projects from planning through completion.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project.
• Monitor and control project progress to meet timeline, quality, and scope requirements.
• Manage project financials including cash flow, cost control, and EAC.
• Prepare and present monthly project reports on schedule, cost, risks and mitigations.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams for smooth execution.
• Identify and mitigate technical, operational, and financial project risks.
• Oversee site execution activities and ensure compliance with contract requirements and safety standards.

Skills

ELV systems

BMS

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Project scheduling

Risk management

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and manage large-scale ELV (Extra Low Voltage) and BMS (Building Management System) greenfield projects, particularly within complex environments such as hospitals or airports.

The ideal candidate will have strong project management capabilities, excellent stakeholder management skills, and hands-on experience in planning, cost control, and project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of ELV and BMS greenfield projects, ensuring successful execution from planning through to completion.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project, ensuring alignment with overall project milestones.
• Monitor and control project progress, ensuring deliverables meet timeline, quality, and scope requirements.
• Manage project financials, including:
  • Project cash flow tracking
  • Cost control and budgeting
  • Estimation at Completion (EAC)
• Prepare and present monthly project reports, including updates on:
  • Project schedule status
  • Cost performance and budget tracking
  • Key risks and mitigation actions
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Manage and respond to client and stakeholder expectations, ensuring clear communication and issue resolution.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, including technical, operational, and financial risks.
• Oversee site execution activities, working closely with engineering teams to ensure proper implementation.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, safety standards, and project specifications.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Building Services, Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience, preferably in:
  • ELV systems (e.g. CCTV, access control, structured cabling, security systems)
  • BMS (Building Management Systems)
  • Large-scale infrastructure projects
• Proven experience in greenfield projects within hospitals, airports, or similar complex environments.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Project for scheduling and planning.
• Hands-on experience in:
  • Project cash flow management
  • Cost control and Estimation at Completion (EAC)
• Experience preparing and presenting monthly project reports for schedule and cost tracking.
• Strong understanding of project lifecycle, contract management, and site coordination.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage both external clients and internal teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stakes project environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with system integrators or main contractors
• Familiarity with hospital or airport regulatory and operational environments
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification
• Knowledge of digitisation, smart building systems, or IoT integration