Project Manager

Celestra Limited; Bletchley; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Private medical insurance

Cycle to work

Career progression

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Celestra Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of installation projects for key customer accounts. You will manage projects from planning through completion, ensuring on-time delivery, adherence to budget and high standards.

The role requires building strong client relationships, leading project teams and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve outstanding results.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure/networking advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for key customer accounts, ensuring project KPIs and service expectations are met.
• Manage project risks, scope changes and Statements of Work.
• Monitor project budgets, profitability and commercial performance.
• Oversee client invoicing and billing processes.
• Prepare project reports and present updates to internal stakeholders.
• Lead, coach and develop the project team through regular 1:1s and performance reviews.
• Act as the escalation point for project and site-related issues.
• Coordinate multiple installation projects simultaneously.
• Build strong relationships with field engineers and support resource planning.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and customers to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

IT literacy

Tools

MS Office

Networking knowledge

Job description

Project Manager – Installations & Delivery

Bletchley, Milton Keynes
Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 5:30pm |

About Celestra

Celestra is a dynamic, market-leading IT services provider, delivering nationwide technology solutions for some of the UK's best-known hospitality and retail brands.

We work as an extension of our clients' teams, building long-term partnerships and helping them deliver their digital transformation goals. With teams across the UK, we're known for our exceptional customer service, technical expertise and fast-paced delivery.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of installation projects for key customer accounts.

You’ll manage multiple projects from planning through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standard. Alongside project delivery, you’ll build strong client relationships, lead project teams and collaborate with stakeholders across the business to achieve outstanding results.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for key customer accounts, ensuring project KPIs and service expectations are met.
• Manage project risks, scope changes and Statements of Work.
• Monitor project budgets, profitability and commercial performance.
• Oversee client invoicing and billing processes.
• Prepare project reports and present updates to internal stakeholders.
• Lead, coach and develop the project team through regular 1:1s and performance reviews.
• Act as the escalation point for project and site-related issues.
• Coordinate multiple installation projects simultaneously.
• Build strong relationships with field engineers and support resource planning.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and customers to ensure successful project delivery.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous project management experience, ideally within installations, retail, hospitality or multi-site environments.
• A proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing project finances.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office. Knowledge of networking or IT infrastructure would be advantageous.
• A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel when required.

What We Offer

• Annual bonus scheme.
• Private Medical Insurance, including 24/7 digital GP access.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression opportunities.
• 25 days' annual leave, increasing to 28 days after three years' service, plus bank holidays.
• Holiday purchase scheme, giving you the option to buy additional annual leave.
• Tech purchase scheme through Currys.
• Employee discounts across retail, travel and hospitality.
• Weekly fresh fruit, plus breakfast and lunch provided on site.
• Modern offices with breakout spaces, games area and outdoor pub garden.
• Daily on-site coffee van and seasonal treats.
• Employee recognition and reward programmes.
• Regular social events and charity fundraising activities.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 confidential support.