Project Manager

Flex; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Life Insurance

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Cycle to Work

Volunteer days

Discount programs

Job summary

Flex is seeking a Project Manager to lead modular projects from design through site integration, based in Blackburn or Kendal. You will own delivery to scope, schedule and budget while ensuring safety and quality standards.

Reporting to the Head of Projects (Modular) EMEA, you will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage commercial performance, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid travel to client sites will be required.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering complex Modular, skid-based, switchgear, or power distribution projects.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent high-value projects with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong commercial and financial awareness, including profitability and variations.
• Proficiency with project reporting and governance tools (MS Office, Smartsheet).
• Excellent organisational, communication, and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery across the full Modular project lifecycle from design to site integration.
• Own project commercial performance: cost control, invoicing, forecasting and reporting.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, logistics and site operations.
• Manage risks, issues, dependencies and change control with timely escalation.
• Build relationships with customers, internal stakeholders and third-party partners.
• Ensure documentation is complete, accurate and stored in the system.
• Provide accurate project reporting in line with governance requirements.
• Mentor team members to drive consistent delivery standards.

Skills

Modular projects

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

PM tools

Communication skills

Autonomy

Travel flexibility

Driving licence

Tools

Smartsheet

Microsoft Office

Job description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market‑leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

Job Summary

Flex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, Axiom, with the spin planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support Axiom, a company focused on critical digital infrastructure and delivering end‑to‑end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission‑critical applications.

We are looking for a new Project Manager employee to be based in either Blackburn or Kendal.

Reporting to the Head of Projects (Modular) EMEA, this role is responsible for delivering Modular projects safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The role leads projects through the full lifecycle from design and manufacture through FAT, logistics, delivery, and site integration, while ensuring commercial performance and customer satisfaction.

What a typical day looks like:

• Manage multiple high‑value Modular projects, taking full ownership for delivery to scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety requirements.
• Lead delivery across the full Modular project lifecycle, including design, manufacture, FAT, logistics, delivery sequencing, and site integration.
• Own project commercial performance, including cost control, profitability, variations, invoicing, final accounts, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and site operations to ensure delivery alignment.
• Control, monitor, and report project performance, implementing interventions where required to achieve project objectives.
• Manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and change control processes, ensuring timely escalation and mitigation.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with customers, internal stakeholders, and third‑party partners.
• Ensure project documentation is complete, accurate, current, and stored appropriately.
• Provide accurate project reporting and forecasting in line with business governance requirements.
• Promote continuous improvement through lessons learned and the adoption of best practices.
• Support and mentor project team members where required to drive consistent delivery standards.

The experience we're looking to add to our team:

• Proven experience delivering complex Modular, skid‑based, switchgear, busbar, or power distribution projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent, high‑value projects and diverse stakeholders.
• Strong commercial and financial awareness, including profitability management, cost control, and variation management.
• Experience working across engineering, manufacturing, factory delivery, and site execution environments.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels, including senior customer stakeholders.
• Proficient in project management and reporting tools, including Microsoft Office and Smartsheet.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and reporting skills.
• Self‑motivated, enthusiastic, and able to work effectively in fast‑paced, pressurised environments.
• Strong attention to detail, decision‑making capability, and ability to work with high levels of autonomy and accountability.
• Full clean driving licence and eligibility to work in the UK, passport and flexibility to also travel abroad.

Desirable:

• Project Management certification (APMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)
• Understanding of electrical principles and power distribution/generation systems

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;
• Opportunities to learn new skills in a fast‑paced industry;
• A competitive salary and benefits package that includes: A merit‑based annual pay review
• Enhanced annual leave
• Employee recognition scheme and long service awards
• Referral bonus
• Volunteer days
• Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year
• Sick pay scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Blackburn or Kendal /Hybrid Work based on your Job Function. Being able to travel occasionally is essential; Travel opportunities (role dependent); Support in your well‑being by access to: Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice On‑site trained Mental Health First Aiders

Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.)

Location: Blackburn / Kendal

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