Refrigeration Project Manager at K2 Engineering (Cooling), Tadworth

Job Purpose

The Project Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of refrigeration projects from concept and design through to installation, commissioning and completion in the South East. The role requires effective management of project costs, programmes, resources and stakeholder relationships to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

The position acts as a key interface between clients, contractors, suppliers and internal teams, ensuring that project objectives are achieved while maintaining high standards of professionalism and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

Manage refrigeration projects throughout the full project lifecycle, from initial design and planning through to completion and handover.

1. Develop, maintain and monitor project programmes and schedules, ensuring works are delivered in line with agreed milestones and contractual requirements.
2. Coordinate project resources, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams to support efficient and successful delivery.
3. Monitor project progress and proactively identify and manage risks, delays, issues and opportunities, ensuring projects are completed in accordance with company procedures, client specifications and relevant industry standards.

Design and Engineering

1. Oversee refrigeration design engineering activities to ensure technical compliance and suitability for project requirements, review engineering designs and specifications to support practical, efficient and cost-effective solutions.
2. Support the evaluation and implementation of new refrigeration systems, products, technologies and engineering best practice.

Commercial Management

1. Prepare budget estimates, project costings and pricing information for proposed and ongoing works. Assist with the preparation and review of quotations, variations, valuations and project forecasts as required.
2. Monitor project expenditure and financial performance, maintaining effective cost control and commercial awareness throughout delivery.

Client and Stakeholder Management

1. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, suppliers and other project stakeholders.
2. Act as a key point of contact during project delivery, ensuring clear communication and effective management of expectations.
3. Attend and contribute to site, contractor and client meetings, providing clear updates on programme, cost, progress, risks and actions.

Health, Safety and Quality

1. Ensure projects are delivered in compliance with relevant health and safety legislation, company policies and client requirements.
2. Promote a positive health and safety culture across all project activities.
3. Maintain appropriate quality standards throughout all phases of project delivery and support site teams in meeting statutory, regulatory and industry requirements.
4. Contribute to the development and implementation of project management best practice across the business.

Key Skills and Competencies

1. Strong project management, planning and organisational skills.
2. Sound understanding of refrigeration systems and associated engineering principles.
3. Strong commercial awareness, including budgeting, forecasting and cost control.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication and stakeholder management skills.
5. Ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships at all levels.
6. Strong problem-solving, decision-making and risk-management capabilities.
7. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while working effectively under pressure.
8. Competence in Microsoft Office and relevant project management software.

Personal Attributes

1. Professional, dependable and customer-focused.
2. Self-motivated, proactive and accountable for results.
3. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
4. Flexible and adaptable to changing business and project requirements.
5. Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently when required.

Additional Requirements

1. Willingness to travel throughout the UK as required.
2. Full UK driving licence.
3. Commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining current industry knowledge.