Project Manager in Dover, Kent

Project Manager

Altera Recruitment Group is partnering with an established mechanical and electrical engineering business with a strong presence across the utilities and infrastructure sectors.

Operating across water, wastewater, power, oil & gas, this business offers a broad range of engineering services, supported by its own in-house workshop, machining and fabrication facilities. Its project portfolio ranges from equipment repairs and refurbishment through to larger mechanical and electrical installations, upgrades and commissioning works.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to take ownership of multiple engineering projects, overseeing delivery from initial site surveys and planning through to completion and commissioning. Working closely with internal engineering teams, subcontractors, suppliers and clients, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

The role offers genuine variety, with involvement across different engineering disciplines and the opportunity to manage projects supporting critical water and wastewater infrastructure. The business also undertakes work as both Principal Contractor and Principal Designer, providing exposure to the wider project delivery process.

Key Responsibilities of the Project Manager

• Carry out site visits and surveys to establish project requirements, technical specifications and operational constraints.

• Develop project scopes and specifications, ensuring accurate site information, photographs and documentation are captured and uploaded to internal costing systems.

• Coordinate pricing and tender submissions, gathering supplier and subcontractor costs, labour requirements and scopes of work.

• Manage projects from award through to completion, including procurement, subcontractor coordination, site supervision and commissioning.

• Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance, including the preparation and management of RAMS.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Project Manager or similar project delivery role.

• An engineering background, ideally within utilities, water, wastewater, power or related infrastructure sectors.

• Strong understanding of site health and safety legislation and best practice.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to manage relationships with clients, site teams, suppliers and subcontractors.

• Full UK driving licence, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

What's on Offer

• Salary of £55,000 to £65,000 depending on experience.

• Full EV company car following successful completion of a 3 month probationary period.

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Vitality private healthcare 

• Company pension, individual development plan and ongoing opportunities for professional development.

If you are an experienced Project Manager with an engineering background and are looking for an opportunity to take ownership of varied projects within the utilities and infrastructure sectors, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

Please apply with your most up to date CV or contact Altera Recruitment Group for further information.