Senior Project Manager

North West

New
Location
North West
Job type
Permanent
Working
Hybrid
Seniority
Senior
Posted

Job description

Senior Project Manager role based in the North West. Working for a growing, well established Engineering Consultancy servicing the energy, waste management and power generation sectors.

Client Details

Our client is a well established and growing engineering consultancy, who services a number of thriving sectors in the UK & globally with Headquarters in the North West.

Description

As Senior Project Manager you will act as a lead for all projects within the energy, power generation and waste management customer base

Oversee all projects relating to power plants, energy, oil, gas and waste management
Lead and manage engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define project objectives and deliverables.
Monitor project progress and address any risks or issues that arise.
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations throughout project execution.
Manage stakeholder communication and provide regular updates on project status.
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial management for projects.
Implement and maintain project management tools and processes.
Drive continuous improvement in project delivery and performance.
Full scale project managementThis is a hybrid role where you would be expected to visit the North West offices every week whenever possible, unless you were busy away with customers, with a sensible approach to flexible working depending on work load.

Profile

A successful Senior Project Manager should have:

Proven experience managing large-scale projects in the industrial or manufacturing sector.
A strong understanding of engineering principles and project management methodologies.
Excellent problem-solving and risk management skills.
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
Strong communication and leadership abilities.
A relevant degree in engineering or a related field.
Familiarity with industry standards and compliance requirements.
A good degree in mechanical, renewable power or chemical engineering or equivalent
Ideally experienced in power generation or energy from waste technologies, however other process experience i.e., oil and gas, cement, chemical, mining or metals will be considered.
A well-rounded senior engineer
Commercially astute - able to administer various forms of contracts, for different supply packages or construction projects of varying complexity and commercial value.
The ability to anticipate, identify, progress and resolve various technical design and/or construction issues.
The ability to read and interpret correctly engineering documentation, technical drawings, functional descriptions, specifications, contracts, programmes, planning consents and permits.
Concise and effective oral and written communication skills, able to chair and minute meetings, and produce concise and objective monthly progress reports and other advice.
Excellent people skills, able to effectively communicate with various stakeholders.
Critical skills to evaluate, explain and simplify complex technical issues to non-technical personnel.
Recognised health and safety qualifications and CDM working knowledge would be an advantage / NEBOSH
Full driving licence with the ability to travel as required both in the UK and occasionally overseasJob Offer

£75,000 to £85,000 plus bonus and excellent benefits package

Benefits

Bonus & Benefits

Advert last confirmed live on 14 October 2026 · Partner reference 225722010