Project Manager

Syntech; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering business in Crawley is seeking a hands-on Project Manager to manage varied installation projects across the UK. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering and strong communication skills, along with a full UK driving licence. This permanent full-time role offers opportunities for professional development within a supportive team culture.

Benefits

22 days holiday, bank holidays increase by 1 day per year

Supportive team culture

Strong opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Degree in an engineering or related discipline (or equivalent practical experience).
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Confident approach with large construction firms.

Responsibilities

• Plan schedule and manage installation of systems.
• Act as link between office teams and clients.
• Manage multiple live projects, ensuring timely delivery.

Skills

Project Management Methodology

Construction Management

Project Management Software

Microsoft Project

Construction Experience

Education

Degree in engineering or related discipline

Tools

Visio

Job description

Project Manager Engineering & Installations

Location: Crawley (office-based with regular UK site travel)

Salary: Up to 40,000 (depending on experience)

Driving licence: Required

Start date: ASAP

Type: Permanent full‑time

We’re working with a leading engineering and manufacturing business that’s expanding its UK Projects Team due to internal progression. They’re looking for a hands‑on Project Manager to join their team. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their project management career, perhaps a recent graduate with an engineering‑related degree who’s ready to take ownership of varied installation projects across the UK.

Offer

Salary up to 40,000 depending on experience.

22 days holiday, bank holidays increase by 1 day per year.

Supportive, down‑to‑earth team culture.

Strong opportunities for professional development and progression.

Project Manager Responsibilities

• Plan schedule and manage the installation of bespoke engineering and access control systems.
• Act as the link between the office site teams and clients, ensuring effective communication throughout each project.
• Manage multiple live projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Visit customer sites (pool cars or train travel provided) to oversee progress and support installation teams.
• Handle project documentation, risk assessments and coordination between internal engineers and external contractors.

Project Manager Profile

• Degree in an engineering or related discipline (or equivalent practical experience).
• Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to get on well with engineers and contractors.
• Confident and level‑headed approach able to hold your own with large construction firms while maintaining good relationships.
• Competence in Microsoft Office and the ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly to site.

If you’re looking to take the next step in your project management career and want to join a business where you’ll see the tangible results of your work, we’d like to hear from you.

Press apply now!

Key Skills

• Project Management Methodology
• Project/Program Management
• Construction Estimating
• Construction Experience
• PMBOK
• Visio
• Construction Management
• Project Management Software
• Microsoft Project
• Project Management Lifecycle
• Contracts

Employment Type: Full-Time

Vacancy: 1