Project Manager

Calibre Search; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing compliance and safety service provider is looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee electrical and fire alarm installation projects across sites. This role emphasizes project management from start to finish, coordination of engineers, and ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in project management within construction or similar fields and have excellent communication skills. A full UK driving licence is required for this remote/on-site position.

Benefits

Company van or car allowance

Phone and tablet provided

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Ongoing career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing app

Mental health support

Employee discount scheme

Death in service insurance

Company pension scheme

Birthday voucher

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in construction or electrical environments.
• Demonstrable experience managing engineers effectively.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from mobilisation through to completion.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation.
• Coordinate site-based activities and engineers.

Skills

Project management

Health & Safety compliance

Site coordination

Electrical installations

Construction industry knowledge

Communication skills

IT literacy

Education

Recognised Health & Safety qualification such as SMSTS

Job description

Project Manager

Location: Remote / Site-Based (must live within a commutable distance to the Peterborough office)

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum + van/car allowance

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join a growing compliance and safety service provider, delivering electrical and fire alarm installation projects across various sites.

This role is responsible for the end-to-end management of projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will manage engineers and site activity while working closely with internal teams and clients to ensure successful project delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage electrical and fire alarm installation projects from mobilisation through to completion
• Coordinate engineers, subcontractors, and site-based activities
• Ensure all works comply with current Health & Safety legislation and safe systems of work
• Maintain control of project programmes, budgets, and resources
• Carry out regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety
• Act as the main point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and variations
• Ensure accurate project documentation and reporting is completed
• Liaise with operations and compliance teams to support effective delivery
• Promote a strong Health & Safety culture across all sites

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in a Project Manager or similar role within construction, electrical, fire, or compliance environments
• Recognised Health & Safety qualification such as SMSTS
• Demonstrable experience managing engineers and coordinating site-based works
• Competent knowledge of electrical and fire alarm installations
• Strong understanding of construction industry practices and safe working methods
• Good level of IT literacy
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong organisational and communication skills

Salary & Benefits

£45,000 - £50,000 per annum

Company van or car allowance

Phone and tablet provided

25 days holiday + UK bank holidays (33 days total)

Ongoing career development opportunities

Additional benefits include

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing app
• Mental health support
• Employee discount scheme
• Death in service insurance
• Company pension scheme
• Birthday voucher

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Project Manager looking for autonomy, long-term stability, and a company that genuinely promotes work-life balance.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today.

Project Manager - Peterborough
Peterborough

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