Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Job Description

The Project Manager is responsible for interpreting technical statements of work and design documentation to support project planning, budgeting, procurement, implementation, testing, training, and closeout. The role involves managing project documentation, including tender packages, change orders, purchase orders, and subcontracts, to ensure high‑quality site execution. The Project Manager plans, schedules, and maintains timelines in a fast‑paced manufacturing and installation environment while maximising resources and optimising budgets.

• Project lifecycle management – interpret technical statements of work and design documentation to lead comprehensive project planning, budgeting, procurement, implementation, testing, training, and closeout phases.
• Financial oversight – manage all financial aspects of projects, including cost control, budget adherence, and financial reporting.
• Technical compliance & material management – fully understand project plans and specifications to identify and procure the correct types and grades of materials and equipment, ensuring strict compliance with project requirements and quality standards.
• Team leadership & development – lead, mentor, and manage project teams, including fitters and site supervisors, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing environment.
• Resource management – ensure the availability and optimal utilisation of all essential project resources, including personnel, equipment, materials, and logistic facilities.
• Schedule & timeline management – plan, schedule, and maintain project timelines in a fast‑paced manufacturing and installation environment, maximising resource efficiency.
• Risk & issue management – proactively identify, record, and manage project issues and risks, escalating critical concerns to relevant stakeholders and implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Documentation & reporting – oversee the preparation and maintenance of all project documentation, including tender packages, change orders, purchase orders, subcontracts, status reports, timesheets, and project closeout documentation.
• Decision making – make prompt and effective organisational and commercial decisions to drive project success.
• Stakeholder communication – serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing clear, concise, and regular communication regarding project status, milestones, and challenges.
• Strategic planning – develop specific goals and detailed plans to prioritise, organise, and accomplish work in a timely and professional manner.
• Prioritisation – effectively prioritise project goals and tasks while managing multiple ongoing projects concurrently to meet strategic business objectives.
• Client communication – communicate clearly and professionally with clients, providing regular progress updates, managing expectations, addressing concerns promptly, and ensuring requirements are understood and translated into actionable tasks.

• Comprehensive knowledge of installation, test & commissioning of major manufacturers' LV/MV/HV switch gear.
• Contract and commercial understanding.
• Good analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to supervise engineers and site supervisors.
• Good organisational ability, including capacity for juggling multiple tasks and details.
• Open‑mindedness and ability to work well within a team.