Project Manager

Selwood Ltd; Dartford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Selwood Ltd, a leading pump rental solutions company in the UK, as a Project Manager. You will be overseeing multiple on-site projects across London and surrounding areas, ensuring timely completion and excellent stakeholder communication. With a focus on staff development and a variety of employee benefits, this is a great opportunity for an experienced project manager.

Benefits

Eligible for company bonus scheme

Company Car

Medicash Scheme

Bupa Private Medical

Pension scheme

25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

Employee assistance programme

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Experience in Construction, Mechanical & Electrical industry.
• Proven track record in supervising teams to drive successful outcomes.
• Basic Knowledge of Water treatment processes advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple projects from inception to completion.
• Coordinate resources, manage budgets, and measure project progress.
• Ensure timely project delivery within allocated budget.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Organization

Education

Prince2 Certification

PMP Certification

Degree in Relevant Field

Job description

Our Business

Selwood is the leading pump rental solutions company in the UK. We have an outstanding reputation for exceptional customer service backed by one of the largest fleets of quality pump products. Each customer and each project is unique and our deep technical knowledge means we are proud to deliver a bespoke and genuine 24/7, 365 days-a-year service.

With an unrivalled depth of technical pumping expertise; a pedigree spanning seven decades and employing a wide variety of skilled staff throughout our nationwide network of branches, our ever-growing business is one of the largest privately owned companies serving the Water, Environmental and Construction industries.

This is an exciting time to join Selwood as we drive our business forward and build on a foundation of over 70 year’s success within our industry. We are committed to ensuring our staff have the right skills, knowledge & experience to deliver to our customers, as well as creating career paths to help develop, retain, and motivate them.

About The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our Installation Project Delivery team, and we are looking a proactive, organised, and detail-oriented individual who thrives in an ever-changing fast-paced environment. Someone who is able to work to tight deadlines and handling multiples tasks at once, whilst ensuring efficiency and a strong output is achieved.

In this role, you must be adept at coordinating resources, managing budgets, measuring / tracking project progress, and communicating with all stakeholders. You will also assess risks and resolve any issues that arise throughout a project’s life cycle, often being called on to make difficult decisions regarding complex and competing priorities to achieve desired project outcomes.

This role will be responsible for on-site projects across London and surrounding areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• You will oversee multiple projects from inception to completion, motivating your team to achieve outstanding results.
• You will work closely with internal departments to define project scopes and objectives while maintaining excellent relationships with internal & external stakeholders.
• Work effectively with relevant stakeholders for efficient project implementations and monitor ongoing project performance to ensure that all projects are delivered on time and within the allocated budget.
• On and off site, you will authorise the Safe System of Work Process, ensuring all on-site risks have been identified and stringent control measure have been put into place throughout the project timeline.
• Review and manage suppliers and vendors ensuring timely deliveries.
• Identify and report any deviations from the project plan/ Subcontract agreement to raise early warnings and compensation events in a timely manner.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience:

• Advanced Project Management qualifications. For example, Prince2 or PMP etc (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) and preferably a degree in a relevant field.
• Experience of working within the Construction, Mechanical & Electrical industry, or experience working with Tier 1 Contractors.
• Basic Knowledge of Water treatment processes is advantageous but not essential.
• Proven experience in supervising teams, with the ability to motivate staff and drive successful project outcomes.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a strong capacity for organisation and time management.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK as needed, including overnight stays.
  
  

A full UK driving licence is required for this position.

What we can offer you

At Selwood, we invest in our people and provide benefits that support both your professional and personal life:

• Eligible for company bonus scheme (annual and quarterly payments)
• Company Car
• Medicash Scheme - medical expenses scheme (access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships)
• Bupa Private Medical at Single level
• Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary
• 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
• Increasing annual leave entitlement with long service
• 3x your annual salary life insurance (DIS)
• Support for development and training
• Employee assistance programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health first aiders
• Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more)
• Employee referral scheme
• Hybrid working (i.e., working from home and in the office) pattern, approximately 1 to 2 days per week working from home.
  
  

This role is not open to Agencies - Please no calls or emails - Thank you.

EDI Statement

Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

We value transparency, respecting others and understanding differences. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.

As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments