Area Projects Lead in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Area Projects Lead

Location: Cambridgeshire – Mobile / Multi-Site
Salary: £55,000–£60,000
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

We're recruiting an experienced Area Projects Lead to oversee construction, refurbishment and engineering projects across a portfolio of operational sites throughout Cambridgeshire.

This is a senior position managing a team of Project Managers, multiple projects and the commercial performance of a busy works programme.

Duties:

• Lead and develop a team of Project Managers.

• Oversee multiple construction, refurbishment and M&E projects valued from £25,000 upwards.

• Manage projects from initial planning and procurement through to completion and handover.

• Take responsibility for project budgets, P&L, profitability and commercial performance.

• Manage subcontractors, supply chain performance and programme deadlines.

• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations, RAMS and Health & Safety legislation.

• Liaise with clients, stakeholders and operational teams.

• Monitor project risks, progress, costs and quality.

• Drive improvements in project delivery, team performance and efficiency.

Requirements:

• Strong background in construction, engineering or facilities management projects.

• Experience delivering multiple projects and managing project teams.

• HNC or equivalent in Building/Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

• PRINCE2, APM or equivalent project management training.

• IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.

• Strong commercial experience, including budgets and P&L.

• Good knowledge of CDM, contractor management and project delivery.

• Full UK driving licence.

• Ability to obtain SC security clearance.

Benefits:

• £55,000–£60,000 basic salary.

• Company car or car allowance.

• Bonus scheme.

• 25 days' annual leave.

• 6% employer matched pension contribution.

• Private medical cover for you and your partner.

• Life assurance at 2x annual salary.

• Annual professional membership subscription.

• Training and career development.

This Area Projects Lead opportunity would suit a Senior Project Manager, M&E Projects Manager or Construction Projects Manager looking to progress into a broader leadership role.

As an Area Projects Lead, you'll have responsibility for project delivery, commercial performance and the development of your own project management team.

Get in touch with Jacob at HVAC Recruitment today to discuss this Area Projects Lead opportunity.