Project Manager

Quartzelec Ltd; Kilsby; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering service provider in the UK seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of high-value projects in rotating machinery and electrical engineering sectors. Candidates will manage projects from £5M to £20M across critical industries like hydropower and nuclear. The role provides opportunities for significant career advancement and includes a competitive salary of up to £70,000 along with comprehensive benefits such as life insurance and professional development programs.

Benefits

Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme

Life insurance (4x your salary)

Enhanced annual leave

Company-funded gym subsidy

Annual vision allowance

Free 24/7 remote GP service

Long service recognition awards

Qualifications

• Proven track record managing complex engineering projects worth £5M-£20M.
• Comfortable with Microsoft tools for project management.
• Experience in hydropower, large power plants, or nuclear projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full project lifecycle from client engagement to successful delivery.
• Prepare project estimates, quotations, and manage cost forecasts.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary internal teams and liaise with external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project Management

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Technical aptitude

Education

Project Management certification (PMI, APM, PMQ, or PPQ)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Project

Job description

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Leading the full project lifecycle from initial client engagement through to successful delivery and close-out

• Preparing accurate project estimates, quotations, and managing cost forecasts

• Defining scope, deliverables, timelines, and resource plans

• Coordinating multi-disciplinary internal teams and liaising with key external stakeholders

• Managing project risks, quality assurance processes, and formal reporting

• Ensuring timely delivery of technically complex engineering projects in the £5M-£20M range

  Proven track record managing complex engineering projects

• Financial acumen and strong planning skills

• Comfortable with Microsoft Excel and MS Project

• Excellent communication, reporting, and leadership skills

• Experience in hydropower, large power plants, or nuclear projects

• Project Management certification (PMI, APM, PMQ, or PPQ) is advantageous, We offer a distinctive working experience within a company that values autonomy, empowering employees with the responsibility and ownership of their areas of expertise. This approach not only allows you to make a meaningful impact but also creates opportunities for significant career advancement.

  Quartzelec is an independent, multi-disciplined service provider, proudly employing over 600 people in the UK and beyond, with a turnover exceeding £90 million. We specialise in contracting and rotating machine services, and our expertise in repairing and maintaining motors and generators is backed by over 100 years of experience in the field. We take pride in being an engineering authority with a strategic global presence, dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients. Join us for a unique experience where we value autonomy, giving our employees responsibility and ownership in their areas of expertise.

The Opportunity Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex, high-value projects within the rotating machinery and electrical engineering sectors. This is a high-impact role managing projects from £5M to £20M across critical industries such as hydropower, nuclear, and large-scale power generation. If you're technically astute, thrive in fast-paced environments, and have a track record of end-to-end project delivery, we'd love to hear from you.

At Quartzelec, we take great pride in our commitment to developing the next generation of talent, as demonstrated by our active engagement with over 100 apprentices. In recognition of our efforts, we were honoured to receive the Employer Recognition Award from two of our training providers in 2025. We are dedicated to fostering growth and supporting our apprentices through guidance and mentorship, enabling them to achieve their full potential.

Salary up to £70,000.00 per annum dependant upon experience + Company Car / Cash Allowance

Benefits

• Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Life insurance (4x your salary)
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement, in addition to bank holidays
• Company-funded gym subsidy payments
• Annual vision allowance
• Free 24 / 7 remote GP service
• Employee referral programme
• Long service recognition awards
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Access to Electric / Hybrid vehicle charging points

Additional benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Extensive professional development through our in-house training academy
• Career-enhancing training events
• Exclusive employee discounts and various concessions via our corporate perks platform