Project Manager

Quantum Controls; Prudhoe; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Controls seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead electrical engineering projects from concept through to handover, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams across industrial, water, and infrastructure sectors, manage client relationships, and oversee commercial performance and contractual obligations. Proficiency in NEC3/NEC4 and Microsoft Project is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing electrical engineering projects from concept to completion.
• Strong knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contract frameworks and contract administration.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication with clients and partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical engineering projects from concept through to handover, including design, procurement, installation, and commissioning.
• Lead project planning, resource allocation, risk management, and programme delivery.
• Ensure projects meet safety, quality, schedule, and budget requirements.

Skills

Project management

NEC3/NEC4

Stakeholder management

Budget control

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Project

Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to join our growing Electrical Engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing projects from initial concept through to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

Working across industrial, water, and infrastructure sectors, you will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, oversee commercial performance, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage electrical engineering projects from concept, design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and handover.
• Lead project planning, resource allocation, risk management, and programme delivery.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.
• Administer and manage contracts in accordance with NEC3 and NEC4 contract frameworks.
• Monitor project costs, variations, forecasts, and commercial performance.
• Develop and maintain project programmes using Microsoft Project.
• Coordinate internal engineering teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and client stakeholders.
• Prepare and present project progress reports, financial updates, and performance metrics.
• Manage procurement activities and subcontractor performance.
• Ensure compliance with company quality, environmental, and health & safety procedures.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and framework partners.
• Proven experience managing engineering or electrical projects from concept through to completion.
• Strong working knowledge and practical experience of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project and the full Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrable experience managing project budgets, programmes, and commercial performance.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Commercial management experience within engineering projects.
• Industrial electrical engineering knowledge and experience.
• Understanding of Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) and associated control systems.
• Experience delivering projects within water industry frameworks.
• Experience working within the rail sector.
• Knowledge of electrical installation, commissioning, and testing practices.

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Commercially aware with strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.