Project Manager (Mechanical & Electrical) – Future Head of Projects
East London (base – 10 mins from Central line station) – work across London and surrounding areas.
Fantastic earning potential.
Deliver a difficult project – Keep the client happy – Make money – Get given another project.
An established engineering‑led contractor (£14m+ turnover) is looking for someone to build and eventually lead their own business unit within the wider company. You will inherit a number of existing clients, live projects and opportunities to get you started. The long‑term vision is to develop a profitable business unit, build client relationships, generate opportunities and eventually recruit and lead Project Managers within your own team.
What we’re looking for
Started life as an engineer before moving into management
Understands both project delivery and commercial performance
Has experience with end users, FM providers or multi‑site portfolios
Can build relationships as comfortably as they manage programmes
Has a network they can leverage
Wants more influence than their current organisation can offer
This role is not a sales or delivery position, but a business‑builder role with the backing of an established company, existing work, marketing support, operational infrastructure and leadership support.
Ideal for a Senior PM, Senior Contracts Manager or Operations Manager who believes they can grow beyond merely delivering the next project.
Remuneration
Salary is negotiable (mid‑nineties), with a meaningful bonus that is built in and not discretionary.
Advantages
Competitive earning potential
Established client base and project portfolio
Marketing and operational support
Leadership development
We are an equal prospects employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.