At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage exciting automation projects from start to finish.
- Company: Join Actemium Automation Peterborough, a leader in innovative engineering solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and comprehensive health benefits.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with clear career development pathways.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 75000 - 85000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced project manager seeking your next challenge in a fast-paced, innovative environment? We're searching for a Senior Project Manager to join Actemium Automation Peterborough and lead complex automation and control projects from concept to completion. If you thrive on managing multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring successful project delivery, and building strong client relationships, we want to hear from you.
As Senior Project Manager, you will oversee the full lifecycle of large-scale automation and electrical engineering projects. You will be responsible for project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure, ensuring all objectives are met on time and within budget. This is an opportunity to drive the delivery of cutting-edge solutions across a diverse client base—and make a lasting impact in a growing company.
Responsibilities- Lead, organise, and motivate teams to deliver automation and control projects to client specifications and deadlines.
- Develop detailed project plans, allocate resources, and manage project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
- Proactively identify and manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and changes to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepare and present regular project progress reports, facilitating project meetings with multidisciplinary teams.
- Drive project quality through compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and client requirements.
- Support the development of junior team members, promoting knowledge sharing and best practice in project management.
- Significant experience managing engineering, automation, or control systems projects, ideally within industrial sectors.
- Strong leadership, decision‑making, and team management abilities with a people‑centric and collaborative approach.
- Proven track record of delivering projects to deadline, budget, and specification.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong commercial awareness and the ability to manage contracts, procurement, and project finances.
- Proficient in project management methodologies (such as Prince2, PMBOK, or Agile) and use of project planning and reporting tools.
- Relevant degree in engineering, project management, or a related technical or business field.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites as required.
- Integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering customer satisfaction.
- Forward‑thinking, adaptable, and proactive approach to challenges and change.
- Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Enthusiastic about mentoring and empowering colleagues to achieve excellence.
- Competitive salary based on experience, plus discretionary bonus.
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Comprehensive pension scheme and health benefits.
- Supportive and values‑driven team environment.
- Clear career development pathways and ongoing training.
- Part of VINCI Energies—offering global opportunity and local agility.
Project Manager in Peterborough employer: VINCI
Actemium Automation Peterborough is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment where innovation thrives. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have access to clear career pathways and ongoing training, all while being part of a values-driven team that prioritises collaboration and client satisfaction. Located in Peterborough, you will enjoy the benefits of working for a global leader in engineering and construction, with the agility and personal touch of a local company.
