Lead Major Capital Projects Across the UK's Largest Timber Business
40 hours/week
Reports To: Head of Project Management
Location: Carlisle or Dalbeattie as main office location
The role will require regular travel to site locations across the UK
Take charge of multi-million pound capital investment projects that will shape the future of UK timber manufacturing. You'll lead engineering excellence across our entire operation, from cutting-edge sawmill technology to automation initiatives.
About BSW Group
BSW Group is the UK's largest timber and forestry business, with operations spanning the entire supply chain - from tree nurseries and woodland management to sawmilling and manufacturing. Our mission is to drive innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence across the timber industry.
With a commitment to continuous investment and cutting-edge technology, we provide high-quality timber solutions to a wide range of industries. Our people are at the heart of our success, working together to build a more sustainable future.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead engineering activities for capital investment projects across the Group
- Manage projects from feasibility and design through procurement, installation and commissioning
- Develop project scopes, technical specifications and engineering standards
- Ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets and timescales
- Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to senior management
- Select, appoint and manage engineering contractors and specialist suppliers
- Provide technical leadership and engineering expertise to project teams
- Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and all safety requirements
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through engineering solutions
- Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical, or Industrial Project Engineering
- Significant experience managing capital projects, time plans and budgets within manufacturing, industrial or processing environments
- Proven experience managing contractors and external suppliers
- Strong understanding of engineering principles and project management methodologies
- Experience of comissioning and handover
- Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional registration
- Experience with UK CDM Regulations
- CAD experience
- Multi-disciplinary experience across mechanical, electrical, PLC and civils work
- Previous sawmill or forest products industry experience
In return, you can look forward to developing a long-term career with one of the industry's leading employers. As well as the competitive salary and company pension this position includes other benefits such as:
- Discounted rate on a range of BSW products including Woodfuel Direct
- Employee benefits portal with access to exclusive deals and discounts on 100s of high street brands, utilities, eating out and more
- Confidential 24/7 support with the Well-being hub
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Funded learning and career development opportunities
- Company provided Life Assurance policy
Closing date for applications: 31st October 2026
The Company's Job Applicant Privacy Notice is available on www.bsw.co.uk/careers/terms
£12.76 - £14.25 depending on shifts and experience
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