Project Manager

Trades Workforce Solutions; Grays; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company based in Grays is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee various engineering projects, ensuring compliance and stakeholder communication. The role requires managing projects varying in complexity and value, from design to commissioning. Candidates should have a strong engineering background and at least 7 years of project management experience in high-hazard environments. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including annual leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Employer pension contribution of 9%

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Healthcare scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in project management within high-hazard industries.
• Familiarity with hazardous areas and flammable atmospheres.
• Experience with tank turnaround and tank farm operations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously at different stages.
• Develop scopes of work, cost estimates, and tender documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards in high-hazard environments.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects on time.

Skills

Project management

Technical understanding

Stakeholder communication

Procurement management

Compliance with safety standards

Education

Engineering background

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager – South

Location: Grays, Essex (with occasional travel to South Wales)
Salary: Negotiable (dependent on experience)
Employment Type: Full-time - Permanent Staff

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of engineering projects across our terminal and, on an ad-hoc basis, our terminal in South Wales. Travel to South Wales will be minimal (a few times per year) and all expenses will be covered.

The role involves managing Sustaining Maintenance & Reliability projects (typically £20k–£1M) and Growth CAPEX projects (value subject to customer requirements). You will be responsible for delivering projects from cradle to grave, including design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, each at different stages and of varying complexity and value (£50k–£400k, occasionally up to £1M).
• Develop scopes of work, cost estimates, and tender documentation.
• Oversee procurement processes and contractor management.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards in high-hazard environments.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Maintain strong stakeholder communication throughout project lifecycle.

Typical Projects Include:

• Tank inspection and repair
• Secondary containment and civil upgrades
• Fire system upgrades
• EC&I (Electrical, Control & Instrumentation) upgrades
• Piping inspections and pipework upgrades
• Jetty and marine infrastructure improvements

Experience with tank turnaround and tank farm operations is highly advantageous.

Candidate Profile

• Engineering background with strong technical understanding.
• Minimum 7years’ experience in project management within brownfield, high-hazard industries.
• Familiarity with hazardous areas and flammable atmospheres.
• Proven ability to manage projects end-to-end, including design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Self-sufficient and comfortable managing multiple projects concurrently.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary (Negotiable)
• Employer pension contribution of 9% (employee minimum contribution of 5%).
• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days with service.
• Life assurance of 4 times basic salary.
• Healthcare scheme.
• Access to pre-employment and regular health checks with occupational health practitioners.