Head of Power Burner Projects

Zeeco fosters a robust work environment where employees, from engineering teams to support groups, benefit from a strong culture, trained leadership, and opportunities for growth. Zeeco collaborates with the biggest names in the industry, enabling individuals to broaden their skills alongside teams of subject matter experts. Zeeco is a global leader in combustion and environmental solutions, renowned for our expertise in designing, engineering, and manufacturing advanced burners, incinerators, and environmental control systems. Serving a wide array of industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, and power generation, we deliver innovative technologies that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance.

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for delivering complex power projects across a global landscape? We’re looking for a Head of Projects to lead and grow our Power Projects team across EMEA—driving excellence, developing talent, and ensuring world‑class project delivery. In this high‑impact leadership role you will oversee projects from start to finish ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget, these projects are diverse ranging from small components to multi‑million‑pound contracts.

What you'll do

• Lead and develop a team of Project Managers handling 30+ active projects across EMEA.
• Set a clear strategic direction, ensuring delivery of both personal and team goals.
• Oversee equipment selection, drafting and manufacturing schedules, cost control, and technical/commercial correspondence.
• Review detailed engineering drawings and ensure compliance with design, codes, quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement and process optimisation to enhance customer experience.
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Engineering, Procurement, Controls, and global teams.
• Support customer site visits, surveys, and key project milestones.
• Resolve technical or commercial disputes at the appropriate management level.
• Grow and develop the project team across Europe, the UK, and the Middle East.
• Lead onboarding and development of new team members.
• Champion lessons‑learned initiatives and operational excellence.

What does success look like

• Achieving revenue and profitability targets.
• Accurate forecasting and strong commercial performance.
• High customer satisfaction.
• On‑time delivery and milestone completion.
• High‑quality project execution with minimal recall or warranty issues.
• A capable, motivated, and continuously developing team.

Skills & Abilities required

• Exceptional project management capability.
• Strong problem‑solving and lateral thinking.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Strong IT skills, including MS Projects or equivalent.
• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and grow teams.
• Ability to travel regularly across EMEA.

Experience & Knowledge required

• Technical or engineering qualification.
• Experience in power, oil & gas, or related industries.
• Global experience leading remote teams.
• Knowledge of HRSG and boiler systems.
• Strong commercial background with a relevant degree.
• Multilingual capability is an advantage.
• Extensive leadership experience.

Why Zeeco?

At Zeeco, we value our employees and are committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package to support your well‑being and professional growth, see below some of the great things we offer:

• BUPA, Medicash, Critical illness cover, Employee Assistance Program, Gym membership to support your wellbeing.
• 12% Employer contribution to company pension scheme to help you plan confidently for the future.
• 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays) so you can recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Life insurance for added peace of mind.
• Professional growth opportunities, including training, development, and the chance to work alongside world class engineering teams.
• A supportive, safety driven culture where your expertise is valued and your voice matters.
• Regular social events to have fun and enjoy team camaraderie and to promote and protect our culture.

If you’re ready to make a significant impact and lead with purpose, we’d love to hear from you! Working at Zeeco means being part of a people‑centric culture and environment built on mutual respect, personal encouragement, professional integrity, and limitless opportunity. Join Zeeco and embark on a fulfilling journey where innovation, collaboration, and personal and professional growth converge.