At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a high-profile project transforming a facility into a cutting-edge distribution centre.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in Lichfield focused on innovative warehouse automation.
- Benefits: Competitive day rate, flexible working options, and holiday pay.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for career growth in a fast-paced industrial environment.
- Why this job: Take ownership of impactful projects and enhance your project management skills.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in project management and strong leadership abilities.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Location: Lichfield
Working Pattern: Monday–Friday (07:00–17:00), Fridays from home
Day Rate: £650/day Umbrella or £500/day PAYE + £60/day holiday pay
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the transformation of a former facility into a state-of-the-art distribution centre. This is a high-profile, hands-on role where you will take full ownership of the project lifecycle—from customer engagement and site coordination through installation, testing, commissioning, and final handover into operations. You will act as the primary on-site customer interface and play a key role in ensuring successful delivery of a complex warehouse automation programme within a live industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Full ownership of project delivery from initiation through to commissioning and handover
- Act as the primary on-site customer-facing representative
- Manage project schedules, budgets, forecasting, and reporting
- Coordinate procurement, installation, engineering, and commissioning teams
- Oversee installation managers, testing engineers, and commissioning activities
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
