Project Manager (Facade) in Chelmsford, Essex

Energy Jobline CVL; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions firm in Chelmsford is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead high-impact projects. The role requires proven experience in managing multiple projects, strong leadership, and safety qualifications. This position offers competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional development across flagship projects in London.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive remuneration

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing multiple projects in industrial, manufacturing, or technical services.
• Commercial and contract management expertise.
• Safety-conscious mindset with relevant site qualifications (beneficial but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules and Safe Systems of Work (SSoW).
• Manage procurement of materials, tools, and subcontractors.
• Lead daily site visits, activity briefings, and audits.
• Drive cost control, budget forecasting, and commercial alignment.
• Ensure contractual compliance and identify variation opportunities.
• Produce weekly progress reports and maintain project documentation.
• Facilitate lessons-learnt sessions to improve delivery.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Project Management qualifications

Job description

Company Overview

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide. We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Role Overview

Join a leading force in façade access solutions, renowned for delivering complex refurbishment, retrofit, and replacement projects across London. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and client satisfaction, this organisation is expanding its specialist team and seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead high‑impact projects from concept to completion. If you’re passionate about safety, precision, and client‑centric delivery, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact in a thriving sector.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining project schedules and Safe Systems of Work (SSoW).
• Managing procurement of materials, tools, and subcontractors.
• Leading daily site visits, activity briefings, and audits.
• Driving cost control, budget forecasting, and commercial alignment.
• Ensuring contractual compliance and identifying variation opportunities.
• Producing weekly progress reports and maintaining project documentation.
• Facilitating lessons‑learnt sessions to continuously improve delivery.

This is an Essex‑based role, however, with the expectation that London site visits will be required.

Qualifications and Attributes

• Proven experience managing multiple projects in industrial, manufacturing, or technical service sectors.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and problem‑solving abilities.
• Commercial and contract management expertise.
• Safety‑conscious mindset with relevant site qualifications (SMSTS, SSSTS, IOSH, NEBOSH Construction – beneficial but not essential).
• Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Project Management qualifications – beneficial.
• A proactive, client‑focused approach with a commitment to excellence.

Benefits

• High visibility and responsibility across flagship London projects.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive environment that encourages initiative and continuous improvement.
• Competitive remuneration aligned with experience and qualifications.

Application Process

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Closing Note

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