Project Manager

Tidyco is a multi-divisional engineering company based in Derby, since 1973, and are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join our team within the Rail Division. Tidyco’s Rail Division plays a vital role in supporting the UK Rail Industry, working on both new build and maintenance projects for passenger and freight vehicles. We partner with train builders, operators, and owners, providing comprehensive "port to port" solutions for onboard train systems, including hydrostatic, coolant, fuel, water, and air systems. Our services range from full vehicle inspections to overhauls of complete equipment and single-part re-engineering. We focus on innovative designs that increase the time between service intervals, delivering long-term cost savings for our customers. This is a full time, permanent position.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between Tidyco and our valued customers. As Project Manager, you will provide the essential project management framework and build the critical interfaces needed to ensure the successful delivery of projects. You will act as the day-to-day point of contact between Tidyco and our customers, developing project plans aligned to customer requirements, working closely with our production team, and providing clear, timely feedback both internally and externally. As this is a fairly new department to the business, you will have the chance to establish and shape the systems and structures needed to drive project success, making a real impact on the company’s continued growth and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Understanding customer requirements and turning that into detailed project plans.
• Having the ability to work on multiple projects at once.
• Being able to identify and understand project risks and how to mitigate them.
• Working with our production team to develop production schedules to meet customer requirements.
• Providing a two-way interface between Tidyco and our customers – day to day enquiries, technical queries etc.
• Developing project KPI’s.
• Leading project review meetings internally and with the customer.
• Liaising with the sales team over any commercial requirements.
• Leading project start-up team once projects are awarded – developing specifications, criteria and project documentation.
• Assisting with customer visits.
• Maintaining accurate records.
• Preparing internal and external reports and documentation including HSE documentation.
• Preparing reports and KPI graphs.

Skills:

• To be willing to undertake any relevant training relating to the role.
• Previous experience of working within the Rail Industry.
• PC/IT literate and be proficient in using standard Microsoft Office programs.
• To be able to communicate effectively with colleagues, customers and visitors.
• To be able to, and willing to, draft reports, emails and other related documentation.
• Good knowledge and use of the internet.
• To be able to work well individually (and using own initiative) and as part of a team.
• To be able to work to tight deadlines.
• Be a reliable, honest and trustworthy individual.
• Have good commercial awareness.
• Project Management experience that is specifically within the UK rail rolling stock industry.
• PMP / PRINCE II (or equivalent).

Benefits:

• Additional celebration day
• Company pension
• Profit Share Scheme
• Free parking
• Ongoing training opportunities
• Early Friday finish
• Employee Assistance Programme

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any during your application or interview (if applicable). If there are any additional options you’d like to request, or you are having difficulty in applying, please contact our HR Department on personnel@tidyco.co.uk or 01332 851300. As a small company there may be times when you are asked to carry out tasks that are not on your job description but we would expect to have for full co-operation on the occasions when this need arises.