Project Manager, Operations Manager

Join an industry‑leading structural steel fabricator, in partnership with Bennett and Game, as they continue their impressive growth and expansion. With an annual turnover of £15 million, this dynamic and forward‑thinking company is at the forefront of innovation in the structural steel sector. Their ambitious growth trajectory is particularly focused on the aviation industry, where they have secured long‑term relationships with high‑profile clients and are delivering cutting‑edge projects that push the boundaries of engineering and design.

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a minimum of 6 years' experience in managing steel‑based projects to join a dynamic and growing business. In this senior role, you will report directly to the Projects Director and Managing Director, giving you significant influence over project outcomes and a close working relationship with the leadership team.

• Competitive Salary: £70,000 depending on experience
• Generous Holiday Package: 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Company Vehicle:
  Access to a pool car for site visits
• Career Growth:
  Join a growing company with opportunities for advancement and leadership roles

• Act as the key point of contact for clients, ensuring requirements and specifications are met
• Read and interpret technical drawings to understand project requirements
• Allocate fabrication and processing routes for products
• Support the Estimating team with quotations and client follow‑ups
• Liaise with production and logistics teams to ensure smooth project delivery
• Maintain overall financial control and commercial performance of projects
• Lead planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource coordination
• Manage risk, change, and contractual performance
• Build and develop strong client relationships to encourage repeat business
• Support and mentor site teams throughout project delivery

• Willing to commute to projects
• Ideally have Aviation, Structural Steel and Lifting Ops experience
• Must have Project Management experience within the steel fabrication industry
• Strong understanding of various steel infrastructure systems such as: bridges, gantries, plate girders, steel frames, and steel structures
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Experience managing relationships with end users and main contractor