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Job Description:

Control Systems Project Manager

We’re seeking an experienced Control Systems Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of electrical and control systems projects. Covering design coordination, panel build, PLC/SCADA integration, FAT/SAT, installation, and commissioning.

You will manage scope, schedule, budget, risk, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure safe, compliant, and right‑first‑time delivery.

Typical projects include generator control systems, switchgear and MCCs, ATS/AMF panels, PLC/SCADA (e.g., Siemens/Allen‑Bradley/Schneider), synchronisation/load sharing, UPS integrations, and associated LV power and instrumentation. Experience working on UK electrical projects is essential.

Key Responsibilities

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Project Ownership | Lead the full lifecycle from bid handover through design, build, test, install, commission, and client handover.

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Planning | Build and manage programmes (MS Project/Planner), cost plans, margins, change logs, risk registers, and cash flow forecasts.

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Technical Coordination | Oversee electrical design, panel build, PLC/SCADA, and site teams. Review drawings (SLDs, GA, schematics) and I/O lists.

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Commercial & Contracts | Manage contract obligations, variations, optioneering, purchase orders, subcontracts, and valuations.

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Quality & Testing | Plan and run FAT/SAT, develop commissioning plans and method statements, and assure technical documentation and close-out packs (O&M, as-built).

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H&S & Compliance | Ensure compliance with CDM 2015, RAMS, permits to work, site inductions, and relevant electrical standards (e.g., BS 7671).

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Stakeholder Management | Act as primary client contact, run coordination meetings, manage expectations and reporting cadence.

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Continuous Improvement | Standardise templates, checklists, and lessons learned to improve delivery effectiveness.

Required Experience

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5–10 years delivering projects in the UK (power , data centres, utilities, industrial automation, critical infrastructure).

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Proven delivery of projects involving PLC/SCADA (Siemens TIA/Step7, Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley, Schneider), control panels/MCCs, instrumentation, and industrial comms (Modbus, Profibus/Profinet, Ethernet/IP).

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Hands-on experience planning and executing FAT/SAT and site commissioning with multi‑disciplinary teams.

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Competent reading/marking up EPLAN/AutoCAD drawings and single line diagrams; familiarity with IEC 61131‑3 concepts.

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Strong grasp of CDM 2015, RAMS, permits, and site practice. Able to manage subcontractors safely and effectively.

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Client‑facing communication, progress reporting, and change/claims management.

Qualifications & Certifications (Desired)

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Degree or HND in Electrical/Control/Automation Engineering (or equivalent experience).

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PM certification desirable: APM PMQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or PMP.

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18th Edition (BS 7671) desirable; ECS/CSCS and SMSTS/SSSTS advantageous.

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Full UK driving licence, willingness to travel to sites.

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Awareness of functional safety (IEC 61508/61511) and industrial cybersecurity (IEC 62443) is a plus.

Skills & Tools

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Project scheduling and cost control (e.g., MS Project, Excel), risk and change management.

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Strong technical coordination across design, panel build, software, and site installation/commissioning.

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Excellent stakeholder management, written reporting, and presentation skills.

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Proficient with Microsoft 365, SharePoint/Teams; comfortable with structured document control.

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Proficient with Project management software, MS Project/Panner, ACC, construction software.

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Practical understanding of electrical installation/commissioning in live environments and critical facilities.

What Success Looks Like (First 6–12 Months)

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Deliver assigned projects on time, within budget, and to specification, with positive client feedback.

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Establish standardised commissioning plans, FAT/SAT checklists, and close‑out templates across the controls portfolio.

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Improve reporting cadence (weekly lookahead, risk/cost dashboards) and reduce open snag items at practical completion.

Benefits

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Competitive salary £55,000–£65,000

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Company pension, Private Healthcare; 25 days’ holiday & bank holidays.

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Company laptop & mobile phone.

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Training & certification support (APM/PRINCE2/18th Edition/Siemens/Allen‑Bradley).

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Professional membership support (IET/APM).

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Flexible site travel expenses.

Working Pattern

Office 90% / Site 10% as needed by projects. UK travel to customer sites, factories, and FAT locations (approx. 10-15%).

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