Senior Project Manager

VVB Engineering; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the installation and delivery of electrical and mechanical packages. The ideal candidate will manage delivery teams, ensure project compliance and contribute to client satisfaction. Significant experience in large-scale MEP projects and strong leadership skills are essential. This role offers competitive salaries and numerous benefits, including life assurance and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with yearly appraisals

Travel expenses covered

Perkbox membership

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Generous pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Significant experience managing large‑scale MEP projects (£15‑30M).
• In‑depth understanding of project management principles and contract mechanisms.
• Familiarity with industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and project management across all project activities.
• Develop and manage effective communication with stakeholders.
• Oversee health and safety standards throughout all project stages.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Project Management

Budget Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Degree in a relevant engineering discipline

Professional memberships (preferred)

Tools

BIM

CAD

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a team that delivers top-notch mechanical, electrical, and telecommunication engineering solutions? Look no further than VVB, where expertise and experience converge to create sustainable solutions across Rail, Highways, Power, and Tunnels.

At VVB, we're more than just engineers - we're collaborators, innovators, and stewards of our environment. Our projects are guided by our CORE values:

• C-Care & Collaboration
• O-Opportunity & Ownership
• R-Responsibility & Respect
• E-Excellence & End Result Focus

Join us in shaping the future of infrastructure while upholding these values at every turn. Explore more about who we are at www.vvb-eng.com

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries with yearly appraisals
• Travel expenses covered for assignments outside your base location
• Perkbox membership for 24/7 access to perks, benefits, discounts, and wellbeing tools
• Life Assurance and Private Medical Insurance schemes provided by leading providers
• Generous pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (this includes a Christmas shutdown)

The Role

Join VVB as a Senior Project Manager, leading the installation and delivery of Electrical, Fire, BMS, and Mechanical packages. This role involves working closely with the project team to safely deliver projects on time, to the highest quality, at minimum cost, and to client satisfaction. Acting as a key link between the client and stakeholders, you will manage delivery teams, coordinate with the design team, and ensure all installations are fully integrated and compliant with specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and project management across all project activities, ensuring cost, time, and quality targets are met.
• Develop and manage effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Work directly with the client and report to the Project Director / Manager, supporting strategic planning and project delivery.
• Lead the delivery teams, fostering high performance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee health and safety standards throughout all project stages.
• Assist with design reviews ensuring compliance with HS2, NR, BS, EN, and ISO standards.
• Manage third-party contractors and direct delivery teams for BMS, Ventilation, Electrical, Fire, and Piped systems.
• Maintain project documentation including registers, minutes, and formal communications (RFI, TQ, EWN, MAR, etc.).
• Support CAD / BIM teams to ensure accurate modelling and resolve interface issues.
• Drive procurement and manage subcontractor works, supporting commercial evaluations.
• Oversee commissioning of Mechanical Systems and participate in site surveys and inspections.

Key Requirements

• Significant experience managing large‑scale MEP projects (£15‑30M) in infrastructure sectors.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and stakeholders.
• In‑depth understanding of project management principles, construction processes, and contract mechanisms.
• Proficiency in budget management, forecasting, and commercial awareness.
• Excellent IT, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with BIM, CAD management, and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent.
• Professional memberships or working towards membership preferred.
• PRINCE2, HERS Authorising Officer, and NEBOSH General Certificate desirable.

VVB values the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all prospective and current employees with dignity regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. All employees must demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm in promoting the principles of equality in employment and service delivery.

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