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Position: Project Manager/Senior Project Manager

Location: Chelmsford

Salary: 65,000 - 75,000 (Guide Salary) Plus Car/Allowance & Package

Our client is a Tier 1 D&B Contractor operating predominately in the water industry, who are delivering a number of water and wastewater non-infrastructure projects for Essex & Suffolk Water.

They are recruiting for a Project Manager/Senior Project Manager who will lead a multidisciplinary team, overseeing the full project lifecycle from concept through design, construction, commissioning, and handover. Your focus will be to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest safety, quality, and regulatory standards. You will champion collaboration and performance across our internal teams, enterprise partners and supply chain, fostering a culture of problem-solving and accountability. Your role will begin in one of our neighbouring regions to embed you within our culture and ways of working.

The responsibilities will include:

• Promote a strong safety culture and uphold quality standards across direct and subcontracted teams
• Foster and maintain excellent relationships with partners and suppliers
• Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing team, empowering staff across engineering, planning and commercial functions
• Translate programme-level strategy into clear, actionable plans for project teams
• Plan and manage project delivery throughout all stages through design, construction, commissioning and handover; ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and commercial targets
• Collaborate with Commercial and Planning teams to maintain accurate cost and resource forecasting, and proactively mitigate risks
• Ensure project solutions are safe, commercially viable, and aligned with client requirements
• Drive delivery against key milestones and ensure all contractual and regulatory deliverables are met
• Create an open, approachable and visible team environment which engages partners to promote collaboration and maintain positive relationships.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

They are seeking a proven leader with a strong track record in delivering complex infrastructure/non-infrastructure projects, ideally within the water sector. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional stakeholder management, a solution-focused mindset, and a passion for building high-performing, engaged teams.

• Project Management experience in managing multi-disciplinary design and construction projects, ideally within the water industry .
• Degree or equivalent qualification in a construction, commercial, or engineering related discipline.
• Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or equivalent
• Excellent oral and written communicator with the ability to work in close partnership with clients, stakeholders, and end users.
• Must be delivery driven with the ability to set targets and manage and motivate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver to time, cost and quality objectives.
• Extensive experience in project delivery
• Strategic, operational, technical and management skills
• Knowledge of Construction Contracts, ideally NEC and/or IChemE, with ability to negotiate and administer
• Ability to present the Company at Governance Reviews in a leading capacity
• Risk & Opportunity Management experience
• Maintain a positive and solution oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback.
• Working knowledge of CDM and construction Health & Safety

Desirable:

• Experience in water and waste water treatment plants
• Chartered with and engineering, commercial, or construction institution
• NEC Project Manager Accreditation
• Working knowledge of CDM and construction Health & Safety.

Project Manager

Haywards Heath

50,000 - 55,000 + Industry First Projects + Progression + Training + Growing Group

A rare and exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join a growing group and take the lead on industry-first projects. With 5-6 years of CAPEX investments already planned, including decarbonisation, automation, and modernisation initiatives, you'll be at the forefront of driving operational improvement and long-term transformation across the business.

This well-established manufacturer has been on a path of consistent growth since the 1990s and is now one of the largest and most respected groups in its sector, recognised for its outstanding product quality and customer service. Operating in a continually expanding industry, the company offers excellent stability, progression opportunities, and the chance to shape the future of its operations. They now seek a forward-thinking Project Manager ready to make a lasting impact within a highly regarded organisation.

Your role as a Project Manager will include:

* Lead and deliver CAPEX projects on time and within budget

* Drive lean and continuous improvement initiatives across operations

* Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment

* Prepare and maintain project documentation while tracking KPIs and performance metrics

* Ensure full compliance with company standards, health & safety, and external regulations

The successful Project Manager will have:

* Proven track record of leading CAPEX projects within a manufacturing or production environment

* Strong knowledge of lean methodologies (Six Sigma, Kaizen) and continuous improvement practices

* Solid engineering background gained within the manufacturing sector

* Project management certifications (PRINCE2, PMP or equivalent) highly advantageous

Please apply or call Tommy Reynolds for immediate consideration

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A new vacancy has arisen within the Skyline Division for the position of Project Manager to service the Southern region . This ideal candidate will be based in the Stratford (London) or surrounding area within a 10-mile radius.You will join our client on a full-time, permanent basis , and in return, you will receive a competitive salary.

As the UK market leading Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom fitted furniture manufacturer, they have had unsuppressed growth over the last 50 years, with an emphasis on providing a high standard of products and service. They are currently seeking the very best people, to further strengthen their position within the industry by appointing dedicated individuals to share in their success.

The  Project Manager role:

The role is field based and brings with it the responsibility of protecting the business by managing and documenting site activity, both pre-delivery and post-delivery.

The key responsibilities of their Project Manager will include:

• Ensuring excellent service to sensitive customers by establishing and maintaining clear lines of communication.
li>Attending site set ups and progress meetings for allocated Skyline projects.
• Scheduling plots for delivery via site plot schedules on their Extranet or by submitting call-off forms to the Sales Office, in line with customer programmes and lead-times.
< i>Carrying out the check measure of plots 3 weeks before delivery for standard product and 5 weeks before delivery for non-standard product (e.g. Paint to Order), reporting and documenting any findings directly to the customer via IMS documentation.
• Submitting approved marked up revisions to the Design Office via an amendment form.
li>Carrying out the readiness inspection of plots 2 weeks before delivery for standard product and 4 weeks before delivery for non-standard product, to ensure that when materials arrive on site they can be fitted without delay.
• Inspecting the delivery and offload route a week prior to delivery, reporting back any issues to the National Project Manager.
• Carrying out week of delivery checks on plots to ensure that they have progressed to a level which enables materials to be fitted, reporting all findings via IMS and circulating accordingly with photographic evidence where required.
li>Rescheduling delivery dates in the system, where necessary, and then confirming these movements with the customer via e-mail.
• Maintaining a site activity folder throughout the life of allocated projects.
• Working closely with Contracts Managers and fit teams to ensure that the delivery to completion of materials is kept to the shortest time scale possible.
• Integrating procedures with customer systems, such as 4 Projects, CADWEB, Conject and Fieldview.
• Reporting and documenting findings both internally and externally.
• Completing the stage and final stage sign offs for materials on site.

In order to be successful in this Project Manager role, you must have:

• Experience in scheduling and managing plots, including check measures and readiness inspections.
• High levels of customer service.
• Good time management.
• An awareness of lead-times and weekly production deadlines.

You will be:

li>Able to work effectively to achieve departmental KPI targets.
• Able to communicate confidently with people at all levels to develop existing relationships with Architects, Specifiers, Site/Project Managers, Buyers, Senior Managers and Directors.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Self-motivated and able to maintain deadlines.
• Willing to work as part of a dynamic team.

This position will be rewarded with a competitive salary. In order for you application to be taken further please state your required salary.

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become their Project Manager,  then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, they’d love to hear from you!

Overview
This role will support both commissioning and programme leadership teams on a major defence/nuclear programme.

The role has two main aspects. One is making sure both the base and the supply chain are able to deliver the work. That also means helping partner organisations who aren’t yet prepared and working out how to get a large workforce organised and ready to go.

The other is about planning how the organisation will take on the full capability once it’s delivered. This includes bringing together the commissioning and testing plans so the project can move smoothly from development into full operational use.

Candidate Requirements
Essential

• Strong planning knowledge.
• Experience working on large-scale programmes, ideally within defence, nuclear, or highly regulated industries.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Engineering appreciation – understanding how systems are built and operate. Previous engineering background is desirable, but not essential.
• Familiarity with commissioning, testing, and validation processes would be highly valuable.
• Decision-making ability – able to work independently and provide direction.
• Background as an Interface Manager, Project Manager, or similar, with schedulers/planners as support.
• Experience in defence/nuclear sectors strongly preferred; oil & gas experience could be transferable.

Desirable

• Verification & Validation experience.
• Previous experience working in regulated defence/nuclear environments

Experience, Training & Qualifications

• Delivery of infrastructure in nuclear or highly regulated environments.
• Commissioning management/planning experience.

Working Arrangements

• Hybrid role – 2 days remote, 3 days on-site (flexible according to project needs).
• Occasional travel to other UK sites may be required.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for any Project Manager looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Our client, a prominent firm in the water sector, is currently seeking a skilled Project Manager with a civil engineering background to oversee water industry projects. This is a contract position offering the opportunity to manage significant projects within a dynamic industry.

• Managing and overseeing watear projects from inception to completion
• Coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met
• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards
• Developing project plans, schedules, and budgets
• Monitoring project progress and implementing corrective actions as necessary
• Preparing and presenting regular project status reports
• Identifying and mitigating project risks
• Facilitating effective communication and collaboration among project team members

• Experience in civil engineering, specifically within the water sector
• Understanding of project management methodologies and best practices
• Proficiency in managing clean water projects
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification

If you have a solid background in civil engineering and are passionate about making a difference in the water sector, we invite you to apply now for this exciting opportunity as a Project Manager.

Our Client:
Our client is a specialist contractor delivering high-quality remediation and earthworks solutions across the North West. With a strong reputation for technical excellence, environmental integrity, and safe project delivery, they work across a range of sectors including brownfield regeneration, contaminated land remediation, cut & fill operations, and bulk earthworks.

Due to continued growth and a robust pipeline of secured work, our client is now seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of key projects across the region.

The Role:
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and overseeing the delivery of remediation and earthworks projects, ensuring all aspects are completed to the highest standards, on time, and within budget. This is a key role requiring excellent communication, commercial acumen, and leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage remediation and earthworks projects from start to finish
• Coordinate design, procurement, subcontractors, and materials
• Oversee site teams, promoting best practices in health, safety, and quality
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Monitor project milestones, budgets, and performance metrics
• Ensure strict adherence to environmental and HSE regulations
• Report progress and manage risk across multiple sites

What You Will Need:

• Proven experience in project management within remediation or earthworks
• Strong background in civil engineering, groundworks, or environmental contracting
• Commercially aware with excellent organisational and leadership skills
• Full UK Driving Licence

What's on Offer:

• Opportunity to join a forward-thinking contractor with a strong order book
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Clear path for career development and professional growth
• Collaborative, safety-focused, and progressive working environment

PROJECT MANAGER MANAGER REQUIRED ON PERMANENT BASIS IN CAMBRIDGESHIRE FOR A MAIN CONTRACTOR

I am assisting my client with an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join a leading main contractor. The business undertake projects in various sectors including specialising in Government sector jobs. e.g MOJ/MOD, Hospitals, Education

As Project Manager you will be responsible for managing projects to ensure the safe completion, in accordance with programme, specification and budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing and maintaining the highest standards of safety
• Contributing to the value engineering and build-ability of the project
• Agreement of programmes and methods of construction with Planners and other appropriate production personnel
• Marshalling of resources for the overall control and execution of the works including the selection of sub-contractors to carry out the works
• Ensuring that key dates, resource requirements, production rates, overhead targets etc., are established, monitored and controlled
• Managing multi disciplinary teams
• Cost Control
• Establishing and maintaining commercial and financial control systems, procedures and standards which will meet the contractual requirements of the projects

Experience and Qualifications:

• You will ideally have experience of working within the Construction industry, specifically on Design and Build.
• A proven track of success of delivering projects as a Project Manager
• You will have experience of working for a main contractor as a Project Manager.
• Good communication verbally and in written form.
• Hold current CSCS, SMSTS and first aid certification
• Present a clean and tidy site and have a good understanding of the considerate contractor's requirements to achieve high score

If you are a Project Manager and are open to an initial chat please do not hesitate to reach out.

Role:                  Project Manager

Location:    Birmingham 

Salary:        £60 - £5,000 + package

The Company

This Project Manager’s role is with one of the UK’s leading multi-disciplined property company’s offering a wide range of services to a multi-national client base. Part of their offering includes acting as a principal main contractor on projects for their clients existing property portfolio’s including M&E upgrades, building fabric refurbishment and commercial fit out with values from £100k - £ illion.

The Role

We are looking for a Project Manager with experience of managing multiple schemes at any one time. You will need to be multi-skilled and be able to take projects from feasibility through to on-site delivery. Project values will range from 00k - m and the key skills you will need are:

• Client Facing
li>Commercial awareness
• Internal and external customer management
• Networking skills
• Ability to deliver to deadlines
• Fully competent with Project Management techniques
• Sub-contractor selection and management
• Broad understanding of construction Health and Safety law and legislation
• Experience of healthcare capital projects would be desirable

The Plus Points

This is a great opportunity to join one of the household names in the property sector where you will be given the opportunity to progress into more senior level roles. They offer a generous remuneration with a great bonus structure.