Project Manager

Vent Engineering; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Vent Engineering is seeking a Projects Manager to lead high-profile projects in smoke ventilation solutions. This role involves ensuring project delivery to high standards, managing resources, and overseeing compliance with health and safety regulations. Join a supportive team in a stable, growing company.

Benefits

Competitive salary

23 days holiday

Bupa health plan

Up to 100% funded professional development

Company events

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Project Management.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety best practices.
• Confident using planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a live 4-week rolling labour and resource plan.
• Monitor and verify weekly timesheets and labour allocation.
• Produce regular site reports and conduct Health & Safety audits.

Skills

Project Management

Health & Safety

Communication

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations

City & Guilds 2382-22: 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

City & Guilds 2391-52: Level 3 Award in Inspection and Testing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Vent Engineering

HR Advisor at Vent Engineering | Passionate about People | Assoc CIPD | Embracing New Challenges!

Join a Specialist in Smoke Ventilation Solutions

Ventec 100 Ltd is a long-established, family-owned leader in smoke ventilation systems, proudly serving clients across the UK since 1988. We deliver critical fire safety infrastructure to commercial, industrial, and residential developments—ensuring compliance, performance, and peace of mind.

As our project portfolio grows, we're looking for a Projects Manager who can bring structure, leadership, and foresight to our on-site delivery teams. This is an opportunity to take ownership of multiple high-profile projects, guiding them from inception through to completion.

What You'll Be Doing

You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the high standards Ventec is known for.

Core Responsibilities:

· Attend client pre-start meetings and internal project handovers

· Develop and manage a live 4-week rolling labour and resource plan

· Coordinate first-day site meetings and workforce inductions

· Lead and support direct labour and subcontractor teams

· Manage procurement of materials, fixings, and site consumables

· Organise access equipment hire, returns, and logistics

· Monitor and verify weekly timesheets and labour allocation

· Oversee training compliance and arrange renewals/certifications

· Work closely with the Contracts Administrator on delivery scheduling

· Produce regular site reports and conduct Health & Safety audits

· Manage drawing revisions, variations, and technical queries

· Schedule and oversee commissioning activities

· Conduct snagging and final inspection reports with photographic evidence

· Represent the delivery function in weekly operations meetings

· Continuously support process improvement and best practices on site

What You Bring

We're looking for a self-starter who can hit the ground running and lead with confidence.

· Proven experience in Project Management

· Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) – 2365-03

· City & Guilds 2382-22: 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

· City & Guilds 2391-52: Level 3 Award in Inspection and Testing

· Excellent understanding of site-based project lifecycles

· Strong knowledge of Health & Safety best practices (SMSTS/SSSTS desirable)

· Skilled in managing multi-site labour, subcontractors, and logistics

· Confident using Microsoft Office Suite; planning tools a plus (e.g., MS Project)

· Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across multiple sites

· Clear communicator, proactive problem solver, and adaptable team player

Why Join Us?

At Ventec, you’ll be part of a business where your contribution matters, your ideas are heard, and your development is supported.

We Offer:

· Competitive salary, £50-55k per annum based on experience

· 23 days holiday (rising with service) + bank holidays

· Bupa health plan (after qualifying period)

· Up to 100% funded professional development (incl. SMSTS, NEBOSH, IOSH, etc.)

· Company events: summer and Christmas social gatherings

· A stable, growing company with a supportive, experienced team

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction

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