Lead Project Manager

Mechanical Partners; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in gas management is seeking a Project Delivery Manager based in Staffordshire to oversee the successful execution of multiple onshore gas projects. The role involves dynamic leadership, managing a portfolio of projects, and ensuring efficiency and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years’ experience in project delivery, strong leadership skills, and relevant certifications. A competitive salary package from GBP65-75k plus benefits is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in project delivery (engineering, gas, or related sectors).
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Project management certification (Prince2, PMP, APM preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing project team.
• Manage a portfolio of onshore gas projects.
• Drive collaboration between teams and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project scheduling tools

Risk management

Education

HND/Degree in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Project Delivery Manager - Onshore Gas Industry

Location: Staffordshire On-site with site visits required (occasional overnight stays 2-3 times per month) GBP65-75k per annum + Benefits

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for project excellence? Do you thrive on delivering complex projects while developing high-performing teams?

We're seeking a Project Delivery Manager to oversee and drive the successful execution of multiple projects within the UK onshore gas industry. This is a hands-on leadership role, where you'll manage your own portfolio while ensuring best practices, efficiency, and risk control across the wider team.

Overview

As the Project Delivery Manager, you will lead and mentor a skilled team of Project Managers and Support Staff, manage a diverse portfolio of projects, oversee risk, subcontractor relationships, and financial controls, and play a key role in shaping strategy and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing project team
• Manage a portfolio of onshore gas projects, ensuring successful delivery
• Oversee risk, budgets, and subcontractor performance
• Drive collaboration between sales, design, and manufacturing teams
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Quality standards
• Support business development, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in project delivery (engineering, gas, or related sectors)
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with project scheduling tools (MS Project or similar)
• Project management certification (Prince2, PMP, APM preferred)
• HND/Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field
• Experience managing subcontractors and supply chains

Day-to-day

• Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours/week (core hours 10am-4pm)
• Location: Staffordshire-based with travel to client sites (occasional overnight stays)

Benefits

• Salary: GBP65-75k plus benefits

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and be part of a company driving excellence in the UK's onshore gas industry!