Project Manager - Industrial Water Solutions

Freudenberg Group; Sutton Coldfield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Sutton Coldfield is looking for a Project Manager with over 5 years of experience in the water treatment sector. The role involves managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring effective communication and resource allocation across teams. Strong technical and commercial skills are essential, alongside a hands-on approach to problem-solving. This position requires occasional travel to client sites and working flexibly in the office.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in contracting, ideally within water or wastewater treatment.
• Familiar with physical, chemical, and biological treatment systems.
• Confident in budget management and commercial negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from start to finish ensuring smooth communication.
• Keep projects on track financially and handle contract variations.
• Lead and allocate resources across multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Industry Experience

Technical Knowledge

Commercial Skills

Software Proficiency

Flexibility

Team Player

Problem-Solving

Tools

MS Project

Sage

Microsoft Office

Job description

Working at Freudenberg : We will wow your world!

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership : Manage projects from start to finish - from kick-off to commissioning and hand-over - ensuring smooth communication with clients and internal teams.
• Budget Control : Keep projects on track financially and timewise, monitor performance, and handle contract variations to benefit the company.
• Team Coordination : Lead and allocate resources across multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, design, and commissioning experts.
• Client Interaction : Engage directly with customers on-site and in the office, supporting commercial discussions and building strong relationships.
• Compliance & Safety : Prepare health and safety plans, ensure adherence to statutory regulations, and maintain high standards throughout project execution.
• Continuous Improvement : Drive cost-saving initiatives and efficiency programs within the project delivery team.
• Site Presence : Be hands-on during commissioning phases, visiting sites as needed to supervise and support operations.

Qualifications

• Industry Experience : Minimum 5 years in contracting, ideally within the water or wastewater treatment sector - ready to hit the ground running.
• Technical Knowledge : Familiar with physical, chemical, and biological treatment systems; experience with MBR, UF, and RO technologies is a plus. Experience of project delivery with extensive electrical and software deliverables would be especially beneficial.
• Commercial Skills : Confident in budget management and commercial negotiations with clients and suppliers.
• Software Proficiency : Comfortable using civil engineering software and tools like MS Project, Sage, and Microsoft Office.
• Flexibility : Willing to work 2-3 days in the office and travel to customer sites to support project delivery.
• Team Player : Hands-on approach with strong leadership and coordination skills for managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Problem-Solving : Ability to develop contingency plans and adapt to changing project demands.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.