Project Manager MECIA

Millbank Holdings; Worthing; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Millbank Holdings is seeking a proven Project Manager to own day‑to‑day management of critical infrastructure projects in Greater London, from planning and forecasting through to change control, with direct client engagement and multi‑disciplinary coordination.

You will monitor commercial performance, identify risks early, and keep clients, designers and manufacturing teams aligned to drive smooth delivery, while upholding CDM responsibilities and championing safe, high‑quality site delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven project management capability within infrastructure and/or engineering delivery environments.
• Strong planning, organisation and time-management skills with confident use of Word, Excel and MS Project.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to monitor performance and flag risk proactively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to engage effectively at all levels.
• Comfortable working independently, using initiative, and supporting wider team delivery.
• Helpful understanding of electrical installations and control systems.
• Relevant engineering qualifications and strong project management knowledge.
• A positive, approachable style and openness to learning, training and formal reviews.

Responsibilities

• Take care of day‑to‑day project management from planning and forecasting through to change control and stakeholder communication.
• Monitor commercial performance, identify risks early, and keep clients, designers, and manufacturing teams aligned to drive smooth delivery.
• Support coordinators with routine tasks, ensuring teams clearly understand scope, programme and updates.
• Act as the main point of contact for the client and escalate key issues when required.
• With support from a Quantity Surveyor, maintain accurate reporting and uphold CDM responsibilities.

Skills

Project management

Planning & scheduling

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder communication

Team leadership

Electrical installations knowledge

CDM knowledge

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

MS Project

Word

Excel

Job description

Are you a proven Project Manager with experience delivering complex projects in the water or wider infrastructure sector, and ready to take ownership of high‑impact programmes in Greater London?

Do you bring strong planning and commercial awareness, confidence with MS Project, and the ability to lead stakeholders through change while keeping safety and quality at the forefront?

This is a hands‑on opportunity to manage critical infrastructure projects that protect essential services—working with expert delivery teams, engaging clients directly, and helping shape future work.

The Opportunity

Join an established, safety‑first infrastructure business with a long‑track record of delivering value‑added engineering solutions across regulated and technically demanding environments. You’ll be part of a friendly, respectful culture that encourages growth, supports training and development, and empowers people to thrive—while contributing to projects that improve resilience, compliance, and environmental outcomes for future generations.

The Role

As Project Manager, you’ll take care of day‑to‑day project management from planning and forecasting through to change control and stakeholder communication. You’ll monitor commercial performance, identify risks early, and keep clients, designers, and manufacturing teams aligned to drive smooth delivery. You’ll support coordinators with routine tasks, ensuring teams clearly understand scope, programme and updates, and you’ll act as the main point of contact for the client—escalating key issues when required and supporting the development of new bids. With support from a Quantity Surveyor, you’ll maintain accurate reporting, meet contractual obligations, uphold CDM responsibilities, and champion safe, high‑quality site delivery.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven project management capability within infrastructure and/or engineering delivery environments
• Strong planning, organisation and time‑management skills with confident use of Word, Excel and MS Project
• Commercial awareness with the ability to monitor performance and flag risk proactively
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to engage effectively at all levels
• Comfortable working independently, using initiative, and supporting wider team delivery
• Helpful understanding of electrical installations and control systems
• Relevant engineering qualifications and strong project management knowledge
• A positive, approachable style and openness to learning, training and formal reviews

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business