Field Service Project Manager - Marine and Power

NMS Recruit Ltd; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Private Healthcare

Pension scheme

Birthday off

28 days holiday

Flexitime

Job summary

NMS Recruit Ltd is seeking a Field Service Project Manager for a leading Global OEM in the Marine and Power Industry. You will oversee the day-to-day delivery of customer service orders, contracts, and LTSA agreements for the UK and overseas, balancing technical and commercial requirements.

This role is ideal for an existing Project Manager or a Field Service Engineer making a transition into PM, with responsibilities spanning planning, execution, invoicing, and KPI reporting to ensure on-time,

Qualifications

• Engineering background with experience in field service for large industrial equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage orders, contracts and invoicing.
• Proficiency with SAP, C4S and MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of customer field service orders from planning through invoicing.
• Coordinate with customers, sub-contractors and field engineers to execute projects.
• Prepare quotations with cost/margin considerations and risk assessments.
• Monitor project finances and provide regular cost and KPI reporting.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Engineering background

Strong communication

Microsoft Office

Education

HND/Degree in engineering

Tools

SAP

C4S

MS Projects

Job description

NMS Recruit are seeking a Field Service Project Manager for a leading Global OEM in the Marine and Power Industry. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management and delivery of customer service orders, customer contracts, and LTSA's, including technical and commercial aspects for UK and overseas service orders and contracts for the Marine & Power Industry and On-Site Recovery business sectors. This role involves overseeing planning, execution, and invoicing to ensure successful delivery within budget, compliance, and customer satisfaction. The role is ideal for an existing Project Manager or a Field Service Engineer seeking a transition into Project Management.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Management of all aspects of customer field service orders (the contract) from planning through to final invoicing to ensure execution in line with the order/contract and managing all commercial requirements which includes but not limited to:

• Managing Customers & Interfaces
  Act as the first point of contact for customers regarding service orders, contracts, spares, repairs, and upgrades.
  Ensure clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders throughout the contract lifecycle.
  Attend customer site visits and commercial meetings as required to maintain relationships and ensure alignment.
• Managing Enquiries & Quotations
  Evaluate and assess initial enquiries, collaborating with internal teams.
  Prepare detailed quotations, including tender approval documents with cost and margin considerations, delivery plans, and risk mitigation strategies.
  Present bids to customers positively and enthusiastically, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Mobilising, Delivering & Maintaining Projects
  Coordinate and manage all relevant activities between internal/external customers, sub-contractors, and field engineers.
  Manage spare parts requirements and sub-contract supply for project activities.
  Ensure projects are executed safely, on time, and within budget while adhering to company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Improving Order Intake
  Identify opportunities for emergent works and support growth strategies.
  Work closely with customers to understand their needs and propose cost-effective solutions.
• Internal Reporting
  Maintain accurate records and manage orders on internal systems, currently C4S, FSM, SAP and Job Register.
  Provide weekly and monthly reports on KPIs, forecasts, and financial performance to the Head of Field Service.
  Support the upkeep of systems for order intake and revenue forecasting.
• Managing Project Finances
  Responsible for monitoring, analysing, and reporting the financial performance of all projects to ensure costs stay within approved budgets.
  Support decision making by providing accurate and timely cost data and projects financial insights to Team Lead FS Contract Manager and Head of Field Service.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost Monitoring & Reporting
  Oversee cost management of orders to achieve agreed margins.
  Track actual project and/or operational costs against budgets and forecasts.
  Work closely with contracts managers and finance teams to validate cost estimates, identify deviations from plans and highlight cost risks and opportunities.
  Prepare regular cost reports, variance analyses, and financial performance dashboards.
  Maintain cost control tools, cost breakdown structures, and financial review data.
• Governance & Compliance
  Ensure adherence to internal financial policies and contract terms.
  Maintain accurate cost records and audit ready documentation.
• Risk & Issue Management
  Identify and address risks/issues early in the contract lifecycle.
  Maintain and update risk/issue registers with mitigation strategies.

Essential Experience

• Engineering background with at least 5 years of related experience in field service for large industrial/marine mechanical equipment, or other related industries.
• HND/Degree in a relevant engineering or technical field or comparable vocational education with significant work experience.
• Demonstrated experience in order/contract management for field and customer service contracts.
• Commercial awareness, including preparation of orders, contract terms, and invoicing.
• Proficiency in engineering management systems such as SAP, C4S.
• Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong understanding of technical, commercial, and financial aspects of field service businesses.
• Attention to details, with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the different stakeholders (e.g. CMs, Finance, Customers).

Desirable Experience

• Experience in aftermarket services and sales.
• Proficient in MS projects or other similar tools
• Project management certifications (e.g., PRINCE2 or APMP) are desirable.

Other Key Aspects

• Fluency in English
• Clean UK Driving License + UK Passport
• Willing and fit to travel within the UK and overseas to visit customer sites, commercial meetings etc.
• No sponsorship available for this position.

Benefits

• Salary up to £60,000 DOE
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Birthday off
• Pension scheme up to 18% combined after probation
• Hybrid working 3 days office
• Private Healthcare
• Flexitime