Project Manager

Logan Energy Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 55,000 - GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy firm in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee final stages of critical projects. The successful candidate will manage planning, coordination, and delivery across multiple workstreams, ensuring all projects meet specifications, budgets, and timelines. Ideal candidates will possess strong organisational and problem-solving skills, coupled with a deep understanding of project management principles, ideally within an Engineer-to-Order environment. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred and membership in relevant professional organisations is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in complex commercial project management.
• Deep understanding of Engineer-to-Order (ETO) principles.
• Experience in identifying, analysing, and mitigating project risks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage an end-to-end project plan.
• Coordinate site works, machinery moves, and installations.
• Provide regular progress updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure project delivery within agreed budget and timeframe.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, Finance, or related fields

Member of the Association of Project Management (APM) Associate or above

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

Wallyford, East Lothian, Monday – Friday 37 hours per week

Purpose of Role

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Project Manager to deliver the final stages of time critical projects. The successful candidate will take full ownership of planning, coordinating, and delivering all phases of the projects, working closely with internal stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers.

This is a practical role requiring strong organisation, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams concurrently.

negotiations, scheduling works, managing budgets, and ensuring deadlines are met.

Duties

• Develop and manage an end-to-end project plan covering all phases of work
• Coordinate site works, machinery moves, installations, and recommissioning
• Agree and manage realistic timescales across all workstreams
• Ensure all works meet agreed specifications, quality standards, and compliance requirements
• Manage risks, issues, and dependencies proactively
• Provide regular progress updates to stakeholders and senior management
• Ensure project delivery within agreed budget and timeframe

Main Deliverables in Role

• Detailed project plans outlining objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Accurate budget reports, financial forecasts, and cost analysis documents.
• Regular progress reports, status updates, and presentations for stakeholders and management.
• Risk assessment reports and mitigation strategies.
• Successful project completion within specified timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

• Deep understanding of Engineer-to-Order (ETO) principles and processes.
• Proven experience in complex commercial project management, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget, within an ETO setting desirable.
• Demonstrable proficiency in project management software and tools, such as Microsoft Project, with excellent working knowledge of Excel.
• Knowledge of relevant industry regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Familiarity with the challenges and opportunities specific to start-up environments is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience in managing client expectations and relationships; skilled in stakeholder communication and engagement.
• Experience in identifying, analysing, and mitigating project risks.

Skills

• Exceptional organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on finding innovative solutions to complex project challenges.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex information, project goals, progress, and issues to stakeholders at all levels.
• Skilled in negotiation and conflict resolution, with the ability to manage disputes and reach amicable solutions amongst both internal and external stakeholders.
• Comfortable working in a fast paced and evolving environment, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and pivot strategies as needed.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, Finance, or related fields is desirable.
• Member of the Association of Project Management (APM) Associate or above.