Project Manager

Starkey Recruitment Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Company pension scheme

Competitive annual leave entitlement

Free on-site parking

Access to on-site gym facilities

Regular company social events

Excellent career progression

Ongoing professional development

Exposure to major UK infrastructure

Supportive & collaborative environment

Job summary

Starkey Recruitment Group is recruiting on behalf of an established engineering design consultancy based in Manchester. We are seeking a Project Manager – Engineering Design to lead multidisciplinary design projects across the UK water infrastructure sector, ensuring delivery on time, within budget and to high quality standards.

The role offers a competitive salary of £45,000–£55,000 plus benefits, with opportunities to manage client relationships, develop programmes, budgets and change control,

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience in engineering, design, construction or infrastructure.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering design projects.
• Strong commercial awareness including budgets and contracts.
• Experience developing and monitoring project programmes.
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive, solutions-focused project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage multidisciplinary engineering design projects from planning through completion.
• Develop, monitor and maintain project programmes, budgets and deliverables.
• Ensure delivery within timescales, budgets and contractual requirements.
• Identify risks and implement effective solutions.
• Manage commercial matters, including NEC contracts and change control.
• Serve as main client contact and maintain relationships and clear communication.
• Coordinate engineering teams, construction professionals and external suppliers.
• Provide progress and financial reports to senior management.
• Support tendering, proposals and quotations for new projects.
• Provide guidance to junior project managers and develop the team.

Skills

Project management

Multidisciplinary coordination

Commercial awareness

Programme development

Communication & leadership

Organisation & prioritisation

Proactive problem solving

Education

Engineering degree / HND / PM qualification

Job description

Project Manager – Engineering Design

Location: Manchester

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 per annum + Benefits

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Sector: Engineering / Water Infrastructure / Design & Build

An Exciting Opportunity for an Experienced Project Manager

Starkey Recruitment Group is recruiting on behalf of an established and growing engineering design consultancy operating within the UK's water and infrastructure sectors.

Our client delivers multidisciplinary engineering design solutions, supporting major infrastructure programmes across the UK.

Due to continued growth and an expanding portfolio of projects, we are seeking a motivated and commercially aware Project Manager – Engineering Design to join their Manchester-based team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager who enjoys taking ownership of projects, coordinating technical teams and building strong client relationships.

You will play a key role in delivering complex engineering design projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multidisciplinary engineering design projects from initial planning through to successful completion.
• Develop, monitor and maintain project programmes, budgets and deliverables.
• Ensure projects are delivered within agreed timescales, budgets and contractual requirements.
• Identify potential project risks and implement effective solutions.
• Manage commercial and contractual matters, including NEC contracts, compensation events, variations and change control.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and clear communication.
• Coordinate engineering teams, construction professionals and external suppliers to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Monitor project performance and provide regular progress and financial reports to senior management.
• Support the preparation of tenders, proposals and quotations for new projects.
• Provide guidance and support to junior Project Managers, helping develop the wider team.

Skills & Experience Required

Essential:

• Proven Project Management experience within engineering, design, construction or infrastructure.
• Experience coordinating or delivering multidisciplinary engineering design projects.
• Strong commercial awareness, including managing project budgets and contractual requirements.
• Experience developing and monitoring project programmes.
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach to project delivery.

Desirable:

• Previous experience within the UK water or wastewater industry.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts, compensation events and change management.
• Experience working within a design and build environment.
• A relevant engineering degree, HND or recognised Project Management qualification.
• Approximately four years or more of relevant Project Management or Design Management experience.

What's on Offer?

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 per annum + Benefits

Our client offers an excellent opportunity to join a successful and expanding engineering business with a strong pipeline of infrastructure projects.

• Competitive salary package.
• Company pension scheme.
• Competitive annual leave entitlement.
• Free on-site parking.
• Access to on-site gym facilities.
• Regular company social events.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• Ongoing professional and personal development.
• Exposure to major UK infrastructure and engineering projects.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation where your contribution will make a genuine difference.

You will work alongside experienced engineering and construction professionals, managing varied projects and helping deliver essential infrastructure across the UK.

With continued investment and business growth, there are excellent opportunities to develop your career and take on greater responsibility.