Project Manager

Elevation Recruitment Group are recruiting for a fantastic Project Manager role, on behalf of a leading manufacturer based in Wakefield.This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong CAPEX project management background, with a sound understanding of process engineering, who is looking for the next step in their career to work in a small but established site based projects team.

As the Project Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Developing the functional strategy for projects in collaboration with the leadership team
• Actively collaborating with the wider team to facilitate improvement opportunities and translating these into capital projects
• Overseeing all phases of site capital projects from engineering through to construction and commissioning, ensuring projects meet timelines and budget expectations
• Working closely with the procurement team to select appropriate contractors for project execution while adhering to project scope, budget, safety, and quality standards
• Identifying internal resource requirements from various teams to ensure resource availability at key project stages
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth management of the project portfolio
• Managing safety and regulatory requirements, particularly related to process safety and compliance with industry standards
• Initiating required Process Hazard Analysis according to established procedures and industry best practices
• Reporting progress clearly and regularly to stakeholders, including financial tracking, milestone progress, and ensuring on-time, on-budget completion
• Identifying and addressing any deviations that could impact project deliverables
• Overseeing the handover of completed projects to internal teams, ensuring proper documentation, training, and commissioning
• Leading and promoting site safety

To be considered for this Project Manager role, you will need:

• An Engineering or Chemical Engineering degree
• Knowledge of current HSE and legal requirements for engineering, construction, and chemical operations
• Proven experience delivering CAPEX projects on time and within budget
• Experience in leading the commissioning of new plant and equipment
• Previous experience in an Engineering Management role is an advantage
• An understanding of industrial engineering and the ability to collaborate with various engineering disciplines
• Practical knowledge of process automation systems (DCS, FAT, SAT) and related activities
• Familiarity with best practices in manufacturing and materials management systems
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management is beneficial
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and PC skills, including proficiency with MS Office software
• The ability to communicate effectively and work autonomously

Elevation Engineering & Manufacturing is a specialist recruitment consultancy dealing with engineering, technical and operational positions in Yorkshire and the surrounding regions. If you match the specified criteria and are interested in discussing the position in more detail, we would love to hear from you.