Project Manager | Storage Systems (Racking, Shelving, Mezzanine Floors)

John Charles Search; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distributor in storage solutions in Manchester seeks a Project Manager to oversee multiple storage equipment projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational skills and a proactive attitude, with at least 3 years' relevant experience and proficiency in AutoCAD. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive salary package (up to £55k basic)

Company car, laptop and phone

Company pension scheme

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience managing racking, shelving, mezzanine floor, or interior fit-out projects/installations.
• Holds a full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to work away from home occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project management from handover to completion.
• Conduct site surveys and installation drawings.
• Ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Handle procurement of materials and labor.
• Prepare health and safety documents.
• Monitor project progress and inspections.

Skills

Problem-solving ability

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Proficient in AutoCAD

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

CSCS qualification

SMSTS or SEIRS qualification (desirable)

Job description

02nd September, 2025

Company Overview

John Charles Search is working with a leading distributor of racking and shelving products. This ambitious company is expanding rapidly and aims to strengthen its market position. Known for quality and innovation, they provide tailored storage solutions across various industries. They are now seeking a Project Manager in the Northwest to support their continued growth and success.

The Role

To oversee and coordinate own workload of multiple storage equipment projects (mezzanine floors, pallet racking, shelving etc.) to time and budget achieving a high level of customer satisfaction and maintaining/increasing estimated profit margins.

Benefits

Benefits for the successful Project Manager will include:

• Competitive salary package (up to £55k basic).
• Opportunity to advance your career in a well-established, rapidly growing company within the storage systems industry.
• Company car, laptop and phone.
• Company pension scheme.

Responsibilities

• Manage a project from handover to completion - ensuring it is completed on time, to budget and with a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Be responsible for procurement of materials, labour, plant etc.
• Conduct site surveys and installation drawings.
• Co-ordinate with multiple contractors - preparing program of works.
• Prepare of all relevant health and safety documents, including acting as contractor when required, following CDM regulations.
• Monitor progress of projects and carrying out site inspections.
• Liaise with the customer throughout project and carrying out site progress meetings when required.
• Oversee the invoicing process from project initiation to completion, working closely with the customer's accounts team to ensure payments are received at agreed stages throughout the project.

Personal Attributes

• A proactive and positive 'can-do' attitude.
• Demonstrates a high level of problem-solving ability.
• Strong communicator with clear and effective communication skills.
• Possesses good numeracy and literacy levels.
• Capable of working effectively under pressure.
• Collaborative approach with proven team working skills.
• Excellent organisational, planning and time management abilities.
• Proficient user of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications.
• Holds a full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to work away from home occasionally, depending on business requirements.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience managing racking, shelving, mezzanine floor, or interior fit-out projects/installations.
• Holds valid CSCS and either SMSTS or SEIRS qualifications (desirable).

Please note that applications without relevant experience will not be considered.