Project Manager

Astute People; Bradford-on-Avon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a team focused on innovative engineering solutions in Bradford-on-Avon. The successful candidate will oversee projects from design to installation, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while managing client expectations. This role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 plus a £4,000 car allowance, along with a benefits package that includes significant annual leave and a matched pension scheme.

Benefits

£4,000 car allowance

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Workplace pension scheme with matched contributions

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in safety-critical industries.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects from design to installation.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and industry-specific regulations.

Responsibilities

• Successfully manage projects, balancing client needs with safety requirements.
• Define project scopes and create comprehensive project plans.
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management experience

Communication and stakeholder management

Knowledge of safety regulations

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Education

Degree or HND in a relevant engineering discipline

Project management certifications (PRINCE2, PMP)

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Astute's Nuclear team are working on a retained basis with Steve Vick, industry leaders in the development of innovative engineering solutions for trenchless renovation and decommissioning of pipes worldwide. We are looking to recruit a Project Manager to join their rapidly growing projects team based at their offices in Bradford on Avon.

The Project Manager role comes with a salary of around £50,000 dependant on experience, plus a car allowance and competitive package. This is a really exciting time to join Steve Vick as they develop their projects, expanding further into the water and nuclear sectors.

If you're an experienced Project Manager with a background working across design and development teams and are looking to work for a forward-thinking organisation, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Successfully managing projects at various stages, showcasing expertise across stakeholder management, working with third party vendors, suppliers and contractors.
• Deliver projects on time and to budget, ensuring that all project deliverables meet the highest standards.
• Work with key stakeholders to define the project scope, looking at key objectives and deliverables to develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Manage the project risk register, identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies where needed.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and protocols throughout the project lifestyle.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress.
• Manage client relationships, leading discussions on design adjustments, scope changes, and any issues that arise during project execution.
• Coordinate with regulatory bodies to obtain necessary permits, overseeing the preparation of documentation for regulatory approvals, safety audits, and certifications.
• Other duties as required.

Professional qualifications & skills

• Qualified to degree level, HND or experience in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Project management certifications such as PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent are advantageous.
• 5+ years of project management experience, ideally within design and development for safety‑critical industries (e.g., oil & gas, nuclear, aerospace, rail, water or similar sectors).
• Demonstrated experience managing the full lifecycle of complex projects from design through to on‑site installation.
• Thorough knowledge of safety regulations and best practices relevant to safety‑critical industries, ideally holding a relevant health and safety certificate, e.g., IOSH.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and industry‑specific regulations.
• The successful candidate must be able to achieve security clearance of SC and eventually DV level.

Personal skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to balance client needs with safety and technical requirements.
• A strong desire to maintain continuous professional development through regular training.
• Willing to travel and work away from home in various field locations.
• Able to work in fast‑paced environments with ever‑changing priorities and requirements.

Salary and benefits of the Project Manager role

• Salary of £50,000 dependant on experience.
• Competitive benefits package including £4000 company car allowance.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an incremental increase based on length of service.
• Workplace pension scheme with matched contributions up to 7.5%.
• Opportunity for career growth and development within a forward‑thinking, safety‑focused organisation.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.