Project Manager

Bridges Electrical Engineers; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the delivery of engineering projects, especially in the water industry. This role offers a hybrid working model with responsibilities including project planning, team management, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have proven project management experience and a strong understanding of technical project methodologies. Join an award-winning company committed to employee development and well-being.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Company car/car allowance

Health cash plan with Healthshield

Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution

Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Discount Scheme

Bike 2 Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Employee referral scheme - £1,000

Employee recognition schemes

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing engineering projects within the water industry.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation.
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of complex engineering projects.
• Oversee project documentation and control expenditure.
• Ensure health and safety compliance on projects.

Skills

Project management experience in industrial M&E/MEICA

Understanding of project planning methodologies

Experience with NEC 4 contracts

Proficiency with Microsoft Project or Primavera P6

Full UK driving licence

Education

Relevant qualification in a technical/trade discipline

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Role purpose

We are currently recruiting for a Project Manager Working on the Havant Thicket Reservoir Delivery project.

With a hybrid working model, ideally, you would be willing to work hybrid from our Poole office. You will be expected to travel to sites and client meetings as needed.

This role would suit a project manager with experience of large scale projects and looking to expand their project management portfolio.

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off‑site manufacturing capacity.

Role Overview

As a Project Manager at Bridges, you will be responsible for the end‑to‑end delivery of complex engineering projects. You will lead the planning, execution, and completion of projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders, your leadership will ensure alignment with organisational goals and client expectation.

The Role

• Contracted to 40hrs per week, Monday to Friday.
• Management of staff and subcontractors working on assigned projects
• Taking responsibility for the health & safety of self and all under your control, completion of RAMS.
• Creation and management of the appropriate Project Documentation and control of project expenditure within a monthly project reporting structure
• Close liaison and management of the Client and other stakeholders as appropriate
• Proactively manage the impact on and protection of the environment.

Essential

• Proven project management experience in an industrial M&E / MEICA environment.
• Experience in managing Engineering projects ideally within the water industry (water and/or wastewater process projects).
• Experience of working with NEC 4 contracts
• Strong understanding of project planning, monitoring, and control methodologies.
• Proficiency with project planning tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera P6).
• Sound knowledge of health & safety legislation and company‑specific procedures.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Relevant City & Guilds qualification or equivalent in a technical/trade discipline.
• Valid SMSTS and/or IOSH Managing Safely certification

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES

RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well‑being.

We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.

We are a family‑run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.

Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• Competitive salaries
• Company car/car allowance
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.

Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Come and be part of our team!

Bridges is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace