Project Manager (lift Industry)

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in lift installation is seeking a project manager to oversee modernization and installation projects. The role involves managing client expectations, ensuring safety standards, and delivering projects efficiently while improving margins. You will lead a dedicated team and collaborate with suppliers, ensuring all installations meet required specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships, including progress updates and scope clarification.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget while ensuring safety standards.

Job description

Job Description

Purpose of the Role/Role Overview: To provide installation/modernisation of all lift equipment; lift packages and partial/full lift replacements, in accordance with all current British & European Standards. All works are to be done following company operating procedures, reporting directly to the Field / ProjectManager.

General Duties/Key Responsibilities:

1. Delivery of all Health, Safety, Environment and Quality standards, aligned to business processes and objectives.
2. Deliver all projects assigned on time, within budget, and with margin improvements where possible through resource and procurement efficiency.
3. Continuously risk assess projects, implementing mitigating actions as needed.
4. Update and escalate to Management regularly or as necessary.
5. Manage and allocate internal/external resources, ensuring all certifications and qualifications are maintained to the required levels.
6. Manage client relationships, including progress updates, scope clarification, and variation activities.
7. Maintain internal systems with accurate data.
8. Install new lift packages in accordance with Client Employer Requirements / Manufacturer specifications.
9. Refurbish existing lifts as per the agreed scope of works tendered and approved.
10. Partially or fully replace lift components as per the scope of works.
11. Install replacement or additional equipment as required.
12. Hold internal reviews to identify efficiencies, control costs, and improve margins in line with business budgets.
13. Develop and maintain detailed project plans.
14. Identify materials required during installation for procurement within the scope of works.
15. Conduct site surveys and communicate works and impacts to relevant parties.
16. Provide ongoing training and development for all assigned operatives.
17. Manage fault finding and troubleshooting issues on installed lifts and liaise with suppliers/manufacturers when necessary.
18. Conduct internal closed-loop reporting with other departments to ensure attention and awareness of improvement actions.
19. Develop and maintain process documents demonstrating business protocol and delivery expectations.
20. Demonstrate clear and visible leadership.
21. Always act in a professional and courteous manner.