Senior Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; Rugby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Quartzelec seeks an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee high-value projects in rotating machinery and electrical engineering. This impactful role entails managing projects worth £5M to £20M in industries like hydropower and nuclear. If you have a keen technical sense and a history of successful project delivery, consider joining our committed team.

Benefits

Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme

Life insurance (4x your salary)

Enhanced annual leave entitlement

Company-funded gym subsidy payments

Annual vision allowance

Free 24/7 remote GP service

Employee referral programme

Long service recognition awards

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Access to Electric/ Hybrid vehicle charging points

Qualifications

• Track record managing complex engineering projects.
• Experience in hydropower, nuclear projects, or large power plants.
• Comfortable with project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead project lifecycle from initial engagement to delivery.
• Prepare project estimates, manage cost forecasts.
• Ensure timely delivery of complex engineering projects.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Planning

Education

Project Management certification (PMI, APM, PMQ, or PPQ)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Project

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Location: Rugby, UK

Business Area: Rotating Machinery

Who we are…

Quartzelec is an independent, multi-disciplined service provider, proudly employing over 600 people in the UK and beyond, with a turnover exceeding £90 million.

We specialise in contracting and rotating machine services, and our expertise in repairing and maintaining motors and generators is backed by over 100 years of experience in the field.

We take pride in being an engineering authority with a strategic global presence, dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients.

Join us for a unique experience where we value autonomy, giving our employees responsibility and ownership in their areas of expertise.

The Opportunity

Quartzelec is looking for an experienced and commercially minded Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex, high-value projects within the rotating machinery and electrical engineering sectors.

This is a high-impact role managing projects from £5M to £20M across critical industries such as hydropower, nuclear, and large-scale power generation. If you're technically astute, thrive in fast-paced environments, and have a track record of end-to-end project delivery, we’d love to hear from you.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a critical role within our major programme delivery team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the full project lifecycle from initial client engagement through to successful delivery and close-out
• Preparing accurate project estimates, quotations, and managing cost forecasts
• Defining scope, deliverables, timelines, and resource plans
• Coordinating multi-disciplinary internal teams and liaising with key external stakeholders
• Managing project risks, quality assurance processes, and formal reporting
• Ensuring timely delivery of technically complex engineering projects in the £5M–£20M range

Your skills and experiences:

• Proven track record managing complex engineering projects
• Financial acumen and strong planning skills
• Comfortable with Microsoft Excel and MS Project
• Excellent communication, reporting, and leadership skills
• Experience in hydropower, large power plants, or nuclear projects
• Project Management certification (PMI, APM, PMQ, or PPQ) is advantageous

As a valued member of our team, you’ll receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Salary up to £70,000.00 per annum dependant upon experience + Company Car / Cash Allowance

• Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Life insurance (4x your salary)
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement, in addition to bank holidays
• Company-funded gym subsidy payments
• Annual vision allowance
• Free 24/7 remote GP service
• Employee referral programme
• Long service recognition awards
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Access to Electric/ Hybrid vehicle charging points

Additionally, you'll have access to a wide range of supplementary benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Extensive professional development through our in-house training academy
• Career-enhancing training events
• Exclusive employee discounts and various concessions via our corporate perks platform

At Quartzelec, we take great pride in our commitment to developing the next generation of talent, as demonstrated by our active engagement with over 100 apprentices. In recognition of our efforts, we were honoured to receive the Employer Recognition Award from two of our training providers in 2025. We are dedicated to fostering growth and supporting our apprentices through guidance and mentorship, enabling them to achieve their full potential.

We offer a distinctive working experience within a company that values autonomy, empowering employees with the responsibility and ownership of their areas of expertise. This approach not only allows you to make a meaningful impact but also creates opportunities for significant career advancement.

Closing Date: tbc

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.