Project Manager & Safety Control

Mollie's; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is looking for a skilled Project Manager based in Sheffield. This role involves managing major hardware projects, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will have experience leading project teams, strong organizational abilities, and proficiency in project planning tools. This position also offers competitive benefits including flexible working hours and private medical insurance, promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Flexible start and finish times

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Payment of professional membership fees

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience, with at least 1-3 years at Level 5 Engineer or Level 4 Project Manager.
• Deep knowledge of project planning tools and methodologies.
• Strong skills in commercial, financial, and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate project activities, ensuring on-time delivery and quality.
• Develop detailed project plans and manage resources efficiently.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, maintaining effective communication.

Skills

Project planning

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Education

Degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Prima Vera

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a Project Manager to join our team in Sheffield. In this role, you'll lead and coordinate build-to-print control panel and major hardware projects across the group. You’ll be responsible for managing the full project lifecycle from initial client engagement through to delivery, ensuring that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This role requires strong organisational skills, a technical understanding of control and automation systems, and the ability to work closely with clients, engineers, and suppliers to drive successful outcomes.

Through our 50 year history, ITI Group has combined the skills, experience, and knowledge of many recognised and respected industry names to become a leading partner for industry. We develop and integrate digital transformation solutions for Energy, Nuclear and Industrial manufacturing sectors. We advance safe, secure and sustainable operations through the innovative use of technology.

You’ll be joining a global brand with locations across the UK, Europe and North America. Our people work together with clients to solve problems, unlock the potential of the connected world, and create solutions that deliver value.

At the heart of ITI Group is a complete commitment to innovation and transformation. Our people are practical, insightful and dynamic, with a personal approach. We are dedicated to working in partnership with our colleagues, leaders and customers, and developing a culture that allows us to inspire, and deliver a safe, sustainable future where people shine.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, to ensure successful project execution.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate and lead project meetings, including kick-off meetings, progress reviews, and status updates with internal teams and clients.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Understand client requirements and specifications for build-to-print control panels and ensure alignment with project deliverables.
• Manage client expectations and address any concerns or issues promptly.
• Allocate and manage resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to ensure project efficiency.
• Collaborate with procurement and production teams to ensure timely availability of materials and components.
• Ensure team members have the necessary tools, training, and support to perform their tasks effectively.
• Ensure all control panels meet client specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Implement quality control processes and coordinate with the quality assurance team to address any non-conformities.
• Conduct regular project audits to ensure adherence to quality and compliance standards.
• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring cost-effective project execution.
• Prepare financial reports and forecasts, providing regular updates to senior management.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement efficiency improvements.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including plans, reports, meeting minutes, and correspondence.
• Prepare and present project status reports to stakeholders, highlighting progress, risks, and corrective actions.
• Ensure all project documentation is complete, accurate, and stored in accordance with company policies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in project management.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the project team, encouraging feedback and innovation.
• Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and methodologies related to control panel manufacturing and project management.
• Follow all health and safety regulations, procedures and protocols.
• Successfully identify and complete all relevant training both in-house and external, as required.
• Assist with any other duties reasonably requested and in line with the requirements of this role.

Experience and Knowledge

• Appropriate Degree in Science or Engineering.
• Proven project management and team leadership experience.
• Undertaken a structured project delivery lifecycle as a Level 5 Engineer or Level 4 Project Manager.
• Minimum 1 years (typically 2-3 years) successful and productive experience at Level 5 Engineer or Level 4 Project Manager or equivalent.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including MS Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio.
• Deep knowledge of Project Planning Tools - e.g. MS Project, Prima Vera.
• Strong commercial, financial and contract management skills, with experience of NEC and other forms of contract.
• Use of formal contract management tools (e.g. CEMAR) would be advantageous.
• Proficient in generation of formal technical documentation for the full life cycle of projects.
• Good knowledge of IT/OT Solution delivery and of related governance issues.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of Quality Management System procedures - able to support Quality Audits for projects.

Skills and Abilities

• Proven project planning and project coordination/control skills.
• Good analytical skills.
• Full driving licence.
• Good leadership skills.
• Ability to achieve goals through teams and promoting a 'can-do' attitude.
• Ability to lead and take on additional responsibility and challenges along with achieving stretching objectives.
• Ability to estimate, plan and manage complex activities and projects.
• Ability to estimate time and costs for complex or novel proposals based on experience and norms.

Values and Cultural Fit

In line with our company values we are looking for someone who,

Will Deliver what we promise

Will demand the highest levels of Safety and Security

Will apply Technical Mastery

Is committed to Continual Learning

Will challenge the norm to make a difference through Innovation

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, 8 Bank Holidays, plus the ability to buy and sell up to 5 days per year
• Flexible start and finish times, including flexi-Fridays
• Competitive Employee Referral Award Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Pension
• Payment of professional membership fees
• Healthy Extras - Employee Assistance Programme, access to a practising GP, Confidential Advice
• Enhanced family friendly policies

Equal Opportunity

ITI is an equal opportunities employer. For more information, please refer to our Equality of Opportunity statement on the ITI Group Careers page.

Note

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