Projects Manager

Atlas Copco; Wellingborough; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks an experienced M&E Project Manager. This role involves managing full project lifecycles, engaging with Mechanical and Electrical Contractors, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences. The ideal candidate should have strong interpersonal skills, an understanding of the sales process, and the ability to travel within the region. The company offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus and benefits package

Company vehicle or car allowance

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the sales process and customer journey.
• Ownership of customer interactions through to completion.
• Understanding of mechanical equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for M&E Contractors.
• Manage costing and proposal activities.
• Own the full project lifecycle from proposal to delivery.
• Conduct customer site visits and prepare project proposals.

Skills

Customer-focused approach

Strong interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Confidence in using digital tools

Job description

Your role

Are you motivated by delivering exceptional customer experiences and seeing projects through from concept to completion? We’re looking for an M&E Project Manager who is passionate about supporting Mechanical and Electrical Contractors and driving project excellence across the full value chain.

In this role, you’ll work closely with our Equipment Business Lines and local Service teams to ensure a seamless, collaborative, and positive experience for every customer.

What you’ll do:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for M&E Contractors, building strong, trusted relationships at every level.
• Plan, prioritise, and manage costing and proposal activities to meet shared business objectives.
• Take ownership of the full project lifecycle, from initial proposal through delivery, ensuring clarity, quality, and strong communication throughout.
• Conduct customer site visits to understand processes, identify needs, and uncover opportunities beyond the initial scope.
• Prepare and deliver project proposals, plans, valuation certificates, milestone reports, and pricing calculations.
• Collaborate with Equipment Business Lines to stay informed about technical offerings and business priorities.
• Contribute to sales performance analysis and continuous improvement.
• Create and deliver presentations that showcase our capabilities and strengthen our brand reputation.
• Work closely with colleagues across the organisation to coordinate activities and maximise business opportunities.
• Participate actively in sales meetings and follow through on agreed actions.

To succeed, you will need

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

• A strong understanding of the sales process and the customer journey.
• A customer-focused approach, taking ownership and following interactions through to completion.
• An understanding of mechanical equipment (formal qualifications are welcome but not essential).
• Confidence using digital tools and a willingness to learn new systems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships with customers and colleagues.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• A full UK driving licence.
• The ability to travel daily within the region, with occasional UK‑wide travel as needed.

In return, we offer

• A supportive, inclusive workplace that encourages learning and growth.
• Opportunities to develop your technical and commercial skills with industry‑leading technology.
• Clear career progression and ongoing training.
• A competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package.
• A company vehicle or car allowance for regional travel.
• Flexible working options where possible to support work–life balance.

Contact information

Talent Acquisition Team: Harriet Strauss

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