EC&I Project Manager

Samuel Frank; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading EPC contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex control systems projects in Cheshire. The candidate will manage delivery from start to finish, apply technical knowledge of EC&I systems, and ensure compliance with regulations. Candidates should have strong commercial acumen and contract management skills. This role offers a competitive salary of £65,000–£70,000 plus bonuses, car allowance, and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Bonus up to 10% of base salary

Car allowance of approx. £8,000 per year

Enhanced pension benefits

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering control systems projects for OEMs or EPC contractors.
• Strong commercial acumen and contract management skills.
• Ideally hold a recognised Project Management membership.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of EC&I and control systems projects from start to finish.
• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations.
• Monitor project performance using CPI and SPI metrics.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Contract management

Technical knowledge of EC&I or DCS systems

Education

Recognised Project Management membership (e.g., PMI)

Tools

PMBOK

PRINCE2

Job description

Project Manager – EC&I

Location : Cheshire

Salary : £65,000–£70,000 per year + Bonus + Car / Car Allowance + Hybrid Working + Enhanced Pension

Overview

Samuel Frank is recruiting for a leading EPC contractor in Cheshire. We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager with strong commercial and contractual expertise to lead complex control systems projects.

Project Manager Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of EC&I and control systems projects from start to finish.
• Apply technical knowledge of EC&I or DCS systems to ensure successful outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations.
• Work with NEC3 / NEC4 contracts (Options A, C & E preferred).
• Monitor project performance using CPI and SPI metrics.
• Take full responsibility for technical and commercial delivery.
• Conduct UK-based site visits (typically 1–2 days per trip).

Project Manager Requirements

• Proven experience delivering control systems projects for OEMs, EPC contractors, systems integrators, or end-users.
• Strong commercial acumen and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of PMBOK or PRINCE2.
• Ideally hold a recognised Project Management membership (e.g., PMI).

Benefits / Further Info

• Hybrid working : 2 days from home, 3 days in the office.
• Bonus : Up to 10% of base salary in Year 1.
• Car allowance : Approx. £8,000 per year.
• Pension : ...