Project Manager (Capital Projects)
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Project Manager to join a well-established manufacturing organisation operating within a highly regulated process environment.
This role will lead multiple electrical and site infrastructure projects from concept through to commissioning, ensuring safe, compliant and cost-effective delivery within a live manufacturing facility.
The Role
You will take ownership of electrical engineering and capital investment projects, working closely with operations, EHS, engineering teams and specialist electrical contractors.
Key responsibilities include:
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Managing full project lifecycle delivery (concept to commissioning and handover)
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Leading electrical infrastructure upgrades, plant modifications and improvement projects
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Developing detailed project scopes, specifications and technical requirements
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Producing and maintaining project plans and financial controls
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Managing electrical contractors and installation teams on-site
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Overseeing FAT / SAT and electrical commissioning activities
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Ensuring compliance with electrical safety standards and site regulations (including DSEAR / CDM where applicable)
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Supporting control system upgrades and plant automation improvements
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Writing URS documentation and managing procurement processes (RFQ / tender evaluation)
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Tracking and communicating project progress across stakeholders
About You
We are seeking a technically strong Project Manager with a clear electrical engineering background, ideally gained within chemical, process or heavy manufacturing environments.
Essential Experience:
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Minimum 5 years’ experience delivering electrical projects within a process or industrial manufacturing environment
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Experience working within COMAH or similarly regulated sites
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Proven experience managing electrical contractors and installation works
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Strong understanding of industrial power distribution, control systems or plant automation
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Experience delivering projects within live operational environments
Qualifications:
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Degree / HNC / HND in Electrical Engineering (or closely related discipline)
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PRINCE2, PMP, APM PMQ or equivalent project management qualification
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IOSH / NEBOSH / SMSTS (desirable)
Technical Knowledge:
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Strong electrical engineering foundation (industrial systems)
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Knowledge of electrical compliance standards and safe systems of work
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Understanding of DSEAR, CDM and industrial regulatory frameworks
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Experience with FAT / SAT and commissioning of electrical systems
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Procurement and contract management experience
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Competent in MS Project, Excel and reporting tools
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Basic AutoCAD awareness (advantageous)
Personal Attributes
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Clear and confident communicator across technical and non-technical teams
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Strong planning and coordination capability
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Commercially aware with sound budget control skills
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Comfortable operating independently within a regulated environment
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Proactive and safety-focused mindset
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering critical electrical infrastructure and plant investment projects within a stable and forward-thinking manufacturing organisation.
You will have high visibility, autonomy and the opportunity to contribute to long-term site development in a safety-critical environment.
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Consultant
Lily Campbell Hewson
Lily started her career with Jackson Hogg's Engineering team back in 2021. This is where she cut her teeth on all aspects of engineering design, projects and management. After relocating to London in 2023 she spent 2 years focused on Senior Leadership and Engineering across sustainability in the UK and Europe spanning all the way from Hydrogen through to BESS, renewables and e-mobility. She is excited to be back with the team at Jackson Hogg to support on Senior Engineering and Management positions, from Head of Engineering, Projects, Management and R&D. Outside of work you'll find Lily out enjoying food or whipping up some overly adventurous dish at home. She also loves to stay fit and whenever the weather allows it she'll get out on a long run.
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