Project Manager
Posted a week ago by Russell Taylor Group Ltd
Our client is a leading UK provider of automation solutions and systems integration, renowned across various industries such as automotive, metals, FMCG, and more.
They are platform-independent and deeply passionate about their work, enhancing performance through the integration of industrial automation technologies.
What you'll get in return
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Bonus scheme
• Car allowance
• 5% pension
• Life insurance 3 times annual salary
• Employee assistance programme
• Flexible working
• Personal development & training programme
• Social & wellbeing activity programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• EV charge points on-site & free on-site parking
What you'll do
• Collect all contractual, commercial, and technical details from sales and proposal stages.
• Understand, communicate, and manage stakeholder requirements for the team.
• Assign clear ownership of project tasks, equip team members with necessary tools, and offer timely feedback.
• Determine resource needs at each project stage, coordinate with Engineering Teams for availability, and schedule tasks based on contracts and customer expectations.
• Maintain effective communication with customers and team members.
• Proactively update Directors on project status, issues, and risks.
• Hold regular status meetings with stakeholders, keeping their needs in focus.
• Address technical issues, escalate when necessary.
• Ensure team has necessary tools for productivity.
• Monitor and control stage payments and costs within budget limits.
• Approve payments to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Manage documentation exchange as per contract, maintaining an official document list.
• Identify solutions for project issues to meet quality and customer goals.
• Expedite activities to secure timely delivery of goods and components.
• Organise and attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) to verify availability of goods and documentation.
• Attend site meetings and surveys with customers.
• Manage change orders, including negotiations for pricing.
• Oversee project during installation and commissioning, focusing on schedule and Health & Safety.
• Obtain signed final acceptance certificate from the customer.
• Carry out other duties as needed.
What you'll need
• Bachelor's degree in electrical / electronic engineering or related field
• Formal certification in Project Management
• Previous roles as a proposal/sales engineer, proposal manager, project manager, or procurement manager
• Familiarity with the Automation industry (essential)
What next
We appreciate your CV may not be up to date. No problem, apply now and we can sort that out later.
For more information about this role or to apply, please contact Chloe Williams.
(url removed) / (phone number removed)
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us here.
They are platform-independent and deeply passionate about their work, enhancing performance through the integration of industrial automation technologies.
What you'll get in return
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Bonus scheme
• Car allowance
• 5% pension
• Life insurance 3 times annual salary
• Employee assistance programme
• Flexible working
• Personal development & training programme
• Social & wellbeing activity programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• EV charge points on-site & free on-site parking
What you'll do
• Collect all contractual, commercial, and technical details from sales and proposal stages.
• Understand, communicate, and manage stakeholder requirements for the team.
• Assign clear ownership of project tasks, equip team members with necessary tools, and offer timely feedback.
• Determine resource needs at each project stage, coordinate with Engineering Teams for availability, and schedule tasks based on contracts and customer expectations.
• Maintain effective communication with customers and team members.
• Proactively update Directors on project status, issues, and risks.
• Hold regular status meetings with stakeholders, keeping their needs in focus.
• Address technical issues, escalate when necessary.
• Ensure team has necessary tools for productivity.
• Monitor and control stage payments and costs within budget limits.
• Approve payments to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Manage documentation exchange as per contract, maintaining an official document list.
• Identify solutions for project issues to meet quality and customer goals.
• Expedite activities to secure timely delivery of goods and components.
• Organise and attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) to verify availability of goods and documentation.
• Attend site meetings and surveys with customers.
• Manage change orders, including negotiations for pricing.
• Oversee project during installation and commissioning, focusing on schedule and Health & Safety.
• Obtain signed final acceptance certificate from the customer.
• Carry out other duties as needed.
What you'll need
• Bachelor's degree in electrical / electronic engineering or related field
• Formal certification in Project Management
• Previous roles as a proposal/sales engineer, proposal manager, project manager, or procurement manager
• Familiarity with the Automation industry (essential)
What next
We appreciate your CV may not be up to date. No problem, apply now and we can sort that out later.
For more information about this role or to apply, please contact Chloe Williams.
(url removed) / (phone number removed)
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us here.
- Type:
- Permanent
- Start Date:
- 17/04/2024
- Contract Length:
- N/A
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- Job Reference:
- J91978495
- Job ID:
- 221491337
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