We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Principal Project Manager to lead a complex, multi‑stage plant retrofit project within the UK Hydro Industry. This is a high‑profile role with responsibility for the full operational, financial, customer and employee strategy throughout the duration of the project.

You will oversee the complete project lifecycle - planning, execution, financial control, stakeholder engagement, change management and project reporting. Working closely with the Head of Projects and senior stakeholders, you will ensure the project is delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with all commercial, technical and regulatory expectations.

This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on a major engineering project while working with multidisciplinary teams across design, manufacturing, site operations and commercial functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead, manage and coordinate project teams to achieve project objectives.
• Drive high standards of safety, operational performance and continuous improvement.
• Define project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, ensuring technical feasibility and resource alignment.
• Oversee all site activity during installation and commissioning phases.
• Ensure all stages of the project are planned, monitored, evaluated and reported appropriately.
• Uphold strong communication across all stakeholders, ensuring alignment and timely updates.

Operational & Technical Management

• Collaborate with factory operations during build and manufacturing phases to ensure on‑time and in‑budget delivery.
• Work closely with engineering teams to support design, manufacturing and technical processes.
• Manage purchasing activities including supplier engagement and contract negotiation.
• Maintain and enforce quality management and control procedures across the full project lifecycle.
• Ensure all operations comply with company policies and Safety Rules.

Financial & Commercial Accountability

• Full P&L responsibility for the project, including budget, cash flow, cost control and forecasting.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial forecasts for the project.
• Monitor and control project costs to prevent overruns and maximise profitability.
• Administer and manage commercial contracts, including NEC and FIDIC agreements.
• Control and manage contract variations to protect commercial outcomes.
• Identify, develop and deliver new and existing business opportunities, including quotations and tender submissions.

What we’re looking for:

You will bring a strong background in delivering large, complex and high‑risk engineering projects, ideally within a multidiscipline environment. You are a confident leader who can motivate and coordinate teams at all levels while maintaining exceptional standards of safety, quality and commercial performance.

You will also demonstrate:

• A proven track record in Project Management of complex, high‑risk, multidisciplinary projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and drive a team‑orientated culture.
• Proven commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
• Experience in risk management and the ability to work under pressure.
• APM accreditation (preferred).
• SMSTS / SSSTS or IOSH Managing Safely certification.
• A proactive approach, high motivation and a passion for exceeding customer expectations.

As a valued member of our team, you’ll receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Life insurance (4x your salary)
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement, in addition to bank holidays
• Company-funded gym subsidy payments
• Free 24/7 remote GP service and other health support benefits
• Employee referral program
• Long service recognition awards
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Access to free Electric/ Hybrid vehicle charging points and free onsite parking

Additionally, you'll have access to a wide range of supplementary benefits, including:

Employee Assistance Programme

• Extensive professional development through our in-house training academy
• Career-enhancing training events
• Exclusive employee discounts and various concessions via our corporate perks platform

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this role please send your CV and letter of application explaining how you meet the requirements of the role to:-

Email:     recruitment@quartzelec.com

Strictly no agencies please

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