Project Manager

Clarke Energy is an award-winning multi-national specialist in the engineering, installation and maintenance of engine-based power plants. We focus on delivering quality installations, backed up with reliable, accountable aftersales support. With a culture of integrity and high ethical standards we are the largest authorised distributor and service provider for INNIO’s reciprocating engine business.About the role:We are seeking to recruit a Project Manager to join the department to plan, organise and manage allocated projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget and to the satisfaction of the client and Clarke Energy.The Benefits:25 days holidaysEnhanced holiday entitlement based on length of serviceHoliday buy and sell schemeCompany pension schemeLife AssuranceEmployee Assistance programmeReward and RecognitionDevelopment and investment in our employeesRole & Responsibilities:Lead and manage the team involved in Project Design, execution and Commissioning lifecycle including Clarke Energy staff in office and staff/contractors on site, taking overall responsibility for performance and delivery of project(s) to required timescales, budgets and quality standards.Arrange regular team and one-to one meeting monitoring progress, providing feedback and taking action to ensure that all activity is on target.Provide team members with training, coaching and development opportunities in order to support learning and improve performance.Liaise with client to understand and interpret their requirements, highlighting and advising Contracts Manager of any deviations or variations from existing contract.Agree, and as necessary negotiate, project timescales and costs with the client.Draw up a detailed Project Plan, which will highlight all technical, commercial and installation tasks which can be used for progress reporting and tracking to higher management and the client as and when required.Ensure that Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality standards and requirements are fully incorporated into the Plan and adhered to.Allocate the resources needed to achieve the project to agreed timescales and standards of quality.Negotiate with contractors and suppliers for materials and services, ensuring ‘best value’ on basis of price, program, quality, and reliability.Monitor to establish that each stage of the project is progressing according to agreed timescales and quality standards, and costs, taking action to resolve if delays or problems are occurring.Manage the client relationship through regular communication, keeping them informed of progress and checking satisfaction levels so that any difficulties can be resolved.Report project progress to the Projects Director/Senior Projects Manager on a regular basis, drawing attention to any difficulties or delays and the action being taken to resolve.Personal Attributes/Skills:This requires the job holder to demonstrate that they are:A role model for reliability, integrity and professionalism.Committed to building positive team relationships and attitudes.Excellent client-facing and internal communication skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills.Flexible and willing to do whatever is required to get the job done.Well organised in managing own and team workload.Committed to quality and continuous improvement.Willing to be fully accountable for their own and teams performance and actions.Willing to challenge when behaviours that do not support the Clarke Energy Way.Actively focused on self-improvement.In addition it is particularly important to the success of this role that the job holder can demonstrate the following:Logical thinking ability – finds creative and pragmatic solutions to difficult problems.Ability to manage and motivate a team.Commitment to training and developing team members.Ability to set and monitor team targets and objectives.Willingness to give feedback to team in order to improve performance.Strong attention to detail.Good interpersonal and relationship building skills.Able to persuade and influence- negotiates well.Effective communication skills – at all levels and across functions, internally and externally.Ability to stay calm and work effectively under pressure.Resilience and tenacity – stands ground when necessary to do so.Commercial awareness – acts to minimise costs to Clarke Energy and customers. Technical/Professional
Knowledge and Skills:Project ManagementGood understanding of Clarke Energy products and contracts.Good understanding of Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental management policies and procedures.Knowledge of the ‘Construction (Design and Management) CDM 2015 Regulations.Budget management.Working knowledge of contract law and commercial terms and conditions.Good IT skills – Word, Excel and Microsoft Project.Coaching skillsAbout you:Experience and understanding of the power generation industry.A minimum of 2 years’ experience of managing large scale projects in an Engineering environment.Knowledge of the ‘Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015’Good understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.Good IT skills – Word, Excel and Microsoft Project.Solid technical background with an understanding of CHP, Hot water, steam raising plant and general electrical installation principles.Degree /HND/HNC in Engineering.This a full time permanent position. The working hours are Monday to Friday 37.5 hours.If you are looking for a career with a growing and exciting company that truly believes its people are at the heart of its success, Clarke Energy is the place for you. With opportunities spanning 27 different locations across the world, the possibilities are endless.People truly are our power, and we foster a positive working environment in which everyone is encouraged to thrive. As we continue to grow, so do our opportunities. We are always looking to add to our teams and continue to build our Clarke Energy family. What are you waiting for?Feel free to apply via LinkedIn, directly through our website or contact
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