Project Manager

Bridges Electrical Engineers; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Southampton is seeking a Senior Project Manager with expertise in Security and Emergency Measures Direction (SEMD). This role involves overseeing project delivery across diverse engineering projects in the water industry, with responsibilities including team management, compliance with health and safety standards, and effective planning. The ideal candidate has strong project management experience in an M&E setting. The firm offers a competitive salary, supportive culture, and various employee benefits, enhancing career development.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Company car/car allowance

Health cash plan

Standard Life Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Discount Scheme

Bike 2 Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Employee referral scheme

Employee recognition schemes

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Qualifications

• Strong project management skills in complex engineering environments.
• Experience in industrial electrical and mechanical projects.
• Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee successful planning and delivery of projects.
• Manage staff and subcontractors on projects.
• Ensure health & safety compliance in all activities.

Skills

Project management experience in an industrial M&E / MEICA setting

Knowledge in Protective Security and SEMD programmes

Water industry experience

Good knowledge of planning, monitoring techniques

Experience with planning software (Microsoft Project / P6)

Knowledge of health & safety legislation

SMSTS and/or IOSH Managing Safely

Full UK driving license

Experience with NEC Suite of contracts

Education

City & Guilds trade Qualification

Job description

Role purpose

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Project Manager specialising in SEMD.

With a hybrid working model, ideally, you would be willing to commute to the office around twice a week however this isn't 100% necessary. You will be expected to travel to HQ at least once a Month for project reviews and you will have the opportunity for site visits regularly.

This role would suit a project manager looking to take the next steps into a senior project management capacity.

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.

Role overview

As a Project Manager at Bridges, you will oversee the successful planning, execution, and delivery of projects from inception to completion. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. Your leadership will be pivotal in coordinating resources, managing timelines, and navigating challenges to achieve outstanding results.

The Role

Contracted to 40hrs per week, Monday to Friday.

• Management of staff and subcontractors working on assigned projects
• Take responsibility for a series of projects/packages as part of the delivery of the Security and Emergency Measures Direction (SEMD) programme.
• Taking responsibility for the health & safety of self and all under your control, completion of RAMS.
• Creation and management of the appropriate Project Documentation and control of project expenditure within a monthly project reporting structure
• Close liaison and management of the Client and other stakeholders as appropriate
• Work with the team to achieve the time and cost targets and coach others to ensure continuous improvement.
• Proactively manage the impact on and protection of the environment.

Essential

• Project management experience in an industrial M&E / MEICA setting
• Knowledge and background in Protective Security and Security and Emergency Measures Direction (SEMD) programmes.
• Water industry experience - Water / Wastewater process.
• Good knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling programmes
• Experience or knowledge of planning software packages such as Microsoft Project / P6
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation and company procedures
• SMSTS and/or IOSH Managing Safely
• Full UK driving license
• Experience on NEC Suite of contracts

Desirable

• Appropriate City & Guilds trade Qualification where appropriate

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES

RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well-being.

We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.

We are a family-run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.

Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• Competitive salaries
• Company car/car allowance
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.

Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Come and be part of our team!

Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace