Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager - Telemetry

Salary: 50,000 to 60,000
Location: St Albans, England, United Kingdom
Type: Full-time, permanent (hybrid options available)

Our client is seeking a Project Manager to oversee telemetry projects across the Thames Valley region. This role involves managing high-volume, low-value programmes, ensuring smooth and efficient project execution. The successful candidate will work on projects such as:

• Upgrading pumping stations with automated communications systems (SCADA), replacing older technology.
• Modifying pipework to integrate flow meters that communicate with SCADA systems.
• Making control panel and backup control modifications.

Our client is open to considering an Assistant Project Manager for this role, as well as ICA Engineers without prior project management experience but with a strong willingness to take on the challenge.

Our client is a leading engineering and construction firm delivering high-quality projects across key sectors including Water, Power, Energy, and Aggregates. With a strong national presence and a commitment to sustainability, they provide innovative solutions that impact millions across the UK. Their projects range in value from 5k to 15m, and they operate as both Principal Contractor and Principal Designer, as well as supporting Tier 1 contractor clients in subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacities.

• Managing staff and subcontractors on assigned projects.
• Ensuring the health & safety of all team members, including completion of RAMS.
• Creating and managing project documentation and reporting on project expenditure.
• Liaising closely with clients and stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Ensuring environmental impact is proactively managed and mitigated.

• Experience in project management within an industrial M&E/MEICA setting.
• Strong knowledge of planning, monitoring, and controlling programmes.
• Familiarity with planning software such as Microsoft Project or P6.
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation and relevant procedures.
• Certifications such as SMSTS and/or IOSH Managing Safely.
• A full UK driving licence.

Desirable Skills:

• City & Guilds trade qualification (if applicable).
• Experience with telemetry equipment.
• Familiarity with NEC Suite of contracts.

Our client is an award-winning employer, recognised as a great place to work. They provide an excellent benefits package, including:

• Competitive salaries.
• Company car / car allowance.
• Health cash plan.
• Pension scheme with a 4.5% company contribution.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Employee discount schemes.
• Bike to Work scheme.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Employee referral scheme (1,000 for successful referrals).
• Employee recognition schemes.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Our client is committed to career development and internal growth, ensuring that every employee has access to training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance within the company. They believe in fostering a collaborative and innovative workplace where individuals can thrive.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.