Clearsky Technical Project Manager

Spirax Group; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial engineering group is seeking a Technical Delivery Projects Manager to oversee the ClearSky Phase II project. This role involves managing cross-functional teams, ensuring project delivery within budget and timelines, and handling both technical and regulatory compliance aspects. The ideal candidate will have an engineering degree, design experience with electromechanical products, and proven leadership in managing large-scale projects. Excellent communication skills and strong problem-solving abilities are essential in this role. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

27 days holiday allowance

Comprehensive private healthcare

Enhanced pension plan

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrate Company Core Values at all times.
• Previous involvement in product designs that meet legal compliance for industrial products.
• Good understanding of harmonised standards, e.g. PED / ASME.

Responsibilities

• Manage H&S activities for Clear Sky project.
• Engage with contractors to complete outstanding action.
• Define the plan for continued operation of SB post-failures.

Skills

Leadership of large-scale multi-discipline projects

Analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Excellent communication skills

Expertise in thermal electrification of steam systems

Design experience of electromechanical products

Education

Engineering Degree or HND or Equivalent experience

Job description

Role Overview

The ClearSky Technical Delivery Projects Manager is responsible for the technical aspects including scoping, specification, design and delivery of the ClearSky Phase II project, which will include leading a cross‑functional team (Internal & External), project management and delivery of ClearSky II (Delivery of an 11 KV Steamvolt which would include all associated Civil, electrical, mechanical (inc steam) works). It would also entail the delivery of any outstanding ClearSky I (Original Scope & Project) activities including ongoing snags that are highlighted throughout the period. The role will be responsible for ensuring that the installation meets quality, cost, and delivery objectives while complying with regulatory and internal standards.

Your objectives and responsibilities will focus on: Take ownership for the completion of the Clear Sky Phase I project which includes completion of original ClearSky I scope of works.

Responsibilities

• Manage H&S activities for Clear Sky project
• Engage with UK Supply Maintenance, R&D, CHX, GES and contractors to complete outstanding action
• Provide budget projections for OpEx for UK Supply
• Complete SOPs and other documentation to allow transition of Clear Sky Operations to UK Supply Maintenance
• Own the SteamBattery (SB) fix project to support both short‑term and long‑term fixes of the SteamBattery
• Coordinate activities with CHX to meet request STS timescales
• Manage activity related to the ongoing operation of SB, e.g. rewire
• Plan, deliver, install and commission the new bundle (2026)
• Define the plan for continued operation of SB post‑failures, e.g. clear procedures, standby contractor needs, subject‑matter‑expert team, etc.
• Scope: Develop the scope of works for Clear Sky II project with clear milestones and deliverables
• Specification: Develop the Clear Sky II specification to include M&E, Steam system, Civils and other associated infrastructure
• Design: Develop system design in conjunction with subject‑matter experts (internal & external)
• Costing & budgeting: Cost the project with the aim of developing the CapEx proposal for SEC approval and sign‑off; ensure delivery within agreed budgets
• Delivery & commissioning: Successfully deliver the project to agreed timescales and budgets utilising internal and external capabilities as per plan
• Define scope of pilot testing: Define and execute an STS‑lead test plan of the 11KV Steamvolt ensuring it is fit for purpose for the steam application

Qualifications

• Demonstrate Company Core Values at all times
• Engineering Degree or HND or Equivalent experience
• Design experience of electromechanical products and hardware associated with industrial steam or other fluid applications
• Previous leadership of large‑scale multi‑discipline projects
• Previous involvement in product designs that meet legal compliances for industrial products and equipment, with knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pressure‑containment or sustainability standards
• Prior CDM experience
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to present technical information clearly and concisely
• Proactive and detail‑oriented mindset with a focus on delivery
• Expertise in the thermal electrification of steam systems
• Expertise in mechanical industrial steam or other fluid applications with high‑pressure or temperature applications
• Good understanding of harmonised standards, e.g. PED / ASME

Benefits

You will receive a competitive salary (and a discretionary bonus), flexible working and excellent benefits including 27 days holiday allowance (before bank holidays), 3 days’ paid volunteering leave, comprehensive private healthcare, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, optional participation in a Share Ownership Plan, free onsite parking, flexible benefits, and access to a personal discounts portal. We also offer a range of additional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan.

About Spirax Group

The Steam Thermal Solutions business is one of three businesses within Spirax Group. Spirax Sarco and Gestra, are our two brands that form Steam Thermal Solutions and are global leaders in the supply of engineered solutions for the design, provision and maintenance of efficient industrial and commercial steam systems. Steam Thermal Solutions has global coverage across 67 operating units (called OpCos), organised into four divisions: EMEA, APAC, Americas, Gestra.

Spirax Group is a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi‑national industrial engineering group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies. Our purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world. Our technologies play an essential role in critical industrial processes and industrial equipment across industries as diverse as food & beverage, pharmaceutical & biotechnology, power generation, semiconductors and healthcare. With customers in 165 countries, we provide the solutions that sit behind the production of many items used in daily life, from baked beans to mobile phones! Our purpose, supported by our inclusive culture and values, unites us, guides our decisions and inspires us everywhere that we operate. We support our colleagues to make their difference for each other as well as customers, communities, suppliers, our planet and shareholders by creating a truly equitable working environment where everyone feels included.

Inclusion

We’re passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential. We believe supportive teams and strong relationships where everyone's contribution is valued – across social and cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, genders, gender identities, abilities, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, and everything else that makes us human and unique. We want everyone to be able to make their difference here, so we will always consider requests for flexible working. We support a range of additional benefits through our Group Inclusion Commitments, including gender‑neutral parental leave, extra paid caregiver leave, paid time off and support for anyone experiencing pregnancy loss or domestic abuse, menopause‑friendly workplace principles and more.