Project Manager Engineering - UK

Company Description

Beck & Pollitzer is the world's leading provider of industrial installation and machine relocation services. We deliver an unrivalled range of services to all clients, both locally and internationally. We are passionate about our customers and the work we do for them. Therefore, we pride ourselves in consistently delivering excellence, no matter how complex the project. Our people are experts in a diverse range of industries including automotive, aerospace, infrastructure, print, packaging, FMCG, metals and many more. Head Quartered within Dartford, UK we have 1000 employees globally, which together with a network of trusted partners provide key project services for our customers.



Position

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to work with the Engineering Manager, Midlands and the wider leadership team with the continued provision of comprehensive project management and general management support across a range of mechanical and electrical engineering projects.



Requirements

Key responsibilities

• Work with the Engineering Manager to grow the business and maximise all opportunities for work in the sector and region.
• Support the Engineering Manager with the smooth running of the business unit.
• Management of projects associated with the installation, relocation and decommissioning of machinery, on behalf of customers.
• Effective planning, control, and monitoring, both internally and directly with the customer, of projects secured from the quotation stage, through negotiation to contract completion.
• Management of effective and accurate project and information reporting to Engineering Manager.
• Manage and lead project teams to ensure successful delivery of projects, with clear focus on identifying any problems that may occur.
• Deputise for Engineering Manager or Senior Project Manager as required.

Experience, knowledge and qualifications required

• Will hold an advanced technical level qualification in a relevant engineering discipline.
• A strong knowledge of Mechanical or Electrical contracting.
• Experience of managing projects particularly with regard to the relocation and installation of machinery.
• Experience of using Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and industry recognised project management tools for tracking, analysis, business documents, presentations etc.
• Experience of applying health and safety legislation including risk management processes.
• Experience of negotiating and agreeing contract costs and variations with customers.
• Experience of managing a project team, organising and motivating internal labour resources and sub-contractors.

Personal characteristics required

• Have the ability to build strong business relationships with key customers.
• Will be confident with presenting and explaining technical concepts simply and succinctly.
• Is able to work at a consistent level under demanding project deadlines.
• Has excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
• Can persuade and influence people at all levels with a confident and assertive approach.

Benefits

Health insurance


Life insurance


Paid annual leave


Paid sick leave


Paid parental leave


Professional development support


Career progression opportunities


Employee assistance programme (EAP)


Mental health support


Wellbeing programme


Company-provided laptop


Company mobile phone


Pension scheme


Long service awards / Career milestone gifts


Casual dress code


Company events / Team-building activities

Additional compensation

Referral bonus

Other information

Benefits

• 25 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays
• Company events
• 5% Employer pension contribution
• Enhanced paternity & maternity leave
• Life assurance
• Private medical insurance
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme
• Competitive salary
• Car allowance
• Occupational sick pay