Project Manager

Vantage Consulting; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantage Consulting in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a capable Project Manager with experience in switchgear systems and industrial sectors such as energy, power, or rail. You will support delivery of engineering projects, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and budget control.

Key duties include planning, budgeting, coordinating resources, liaising with clients and internal teams, tracking progress, managing risks, and reporting; familiarity with PRINCE2 or PMP is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Experience in project management within industrial sectors (energy, power, rail) preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day delivery of switchgear-related projects from initiation through completion.
• Plan, schedule, budget, and coordinate resources for projects.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement and site teams to meet milestones.
• Act as primary client and stakeholder liaison and maintain relationships.
• Track progress, identify risks and issues, implement mitigations.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Engineering/Project Management

Job description

Project Manager

Stoke-on-Trent based

up to 70k

I am looking for a capable and driven Project Manager with experience or knowledge of switchgear systems and a background in industrial sectors such as energy, power, or rail. This role will support the successful delivery of engineering projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of switchgear-related projects from initiation through to completion.
• Support project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource coordination.
• Work closely with engineering, procurement, and site teams to ensure project milestones are met.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders, maintaining strong working relationships.
• Track project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards, industry regulations, and company procedures.
• Assist in managing project costs, variations, and documentation.
• Prepare and deliver regular project status reports.
• Support contract administration and change management processes.

Experience

• Experience in a Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager role within industrial sectors (energy, power, rail, or similar).
• Working knowledge or exposure to switchgear systems (LV/MV/HV preferred).
• Experience supporting or delivering engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field (or relevant experience).
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) is advantageous.