Electrical Project Manager

Apex Resourcing Solutions Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Project Manager to oversee mechanical engineering projects primarily within the UK Water Industry. The successful candidate will have electrical or mechanical experience and will manage project feasibility, design, and budget, liaising with clients to ensure timelines and quality standards are met. A full UK driving licence is required for this role, and strong negotiation and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Electrical or mechanical qualifications required.
• Experience in industrial controls and telemetry preferred.
• Strong computer literacy and IT skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage mechanical engineering projects.
• Develop project plans and timelines.
• Monitor project budgets and resources.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies.
• Liaise regularly with clients for project updates.

Skills

Electrical Experience

Mechanical Experience

Industrial Controls

Telemetry Experience

IT Skills

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Budget Management

Negotiation Skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

We are currently recruiting for Project Managers on behalf of a bespoke electrical and mechanical engineering company who manage the complete mechanical engineering process including design, manufacture and commissioning. They mainly work within Water Utilities. Operating 35 years, they are a family owned organisation who have gained a reputable name within the industry for their high-quality work and excellent customer service. They have a client base which boasts some of the biggest names in the engineering sector. Mainly working within the Waste Water and Clean Water industries they provide a range of services including surveying through to design, fabrication, installation and implementation. The Project Manager will demonstrate good commercial aptitude in playing a pivotal role in delivering specialist projects (mainly within the UK Water Industry) with individual values ranging from c£1K to c£500K and must have a committed and flexible 'can do' attitude to undertaking a multi-functional project management role to successfully deliver a variety of Electrical/ Mechanical / Instrumentation / Controls / SCADA / Telemetry related schemes.

Responsibilities

• Initial project feasibility, survey, project scoping, estimation, design
• Lead and manage mechanical engineering projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Develop project plans, including timelines, resources, and budgets, and communicate these plans to stakeholders.
• Planning and purchasing materials / sub-contractors as required.
• Planning resource availability, and skills requirements liaising with internal staff to secure multi-disciplined internal labour.
• Regular liaison with client representatives
• Adjusting projects priorities and milestones based upon the customer's changing needs.
• Providing regular feedback on operational issues / concerns to stakeholders and senior managers
• Monitoring project budgets and assisting with data for commercial invoices.
• Planning and scheduling resources to meet project goals.
• Adhere to Companies Policies, Procedures & Legal Practices
• Adhere to the Companies Health & Safety Policies & Procedures
• Adhere to the Companies Quality Management system.

Skills & Attributes

• Electrical Or Mechanical Experience and qualifications.
• Industrial Controls and Telemetry Experience would be beneficial.
• Computer literate / good IT skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good budget management.
• Ability to negotiate commercially.
• Ability to work well with other teams within the company.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Note: Apex Resourcing Solutions are acting as an Employment Agency