Project Manager

Company: Wates Group
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Location: Bishopwearmouth
Job Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to lead the fit out phase of a major battery manufacturing gigafactory in Sunderland. This landmark project will play a key role in supporting the UK’s growing electric vehicle and advanced manufacturing sectors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the successful delivery of fit out works from mobilisation to handover.
  • Lead project teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners to achieve programme milestones.
  • Ensure the highest standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance.
  • Monitor project budgets, costs and commercial performance.
  • Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and key stakeholders.
  • Manage project risks and drive solutions to maintain programme and delivery targets.

About You

  • Proven experience delivering large-scale fit out, industrial, manufacturing or construction projects.
  • Strong leadership, programme management and stakeholder management skills.
  • Commercially aware with experience managing project budgets and subcontractors.
  • Relevant construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree) or equivalent experience.
  • SMSTS and CSCS certification preferred.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and car allowance.
  • Bonus scheme and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Career development opportunities on one of the UK’s most significant construction projects.
  • The chance to contribute to a major development supporting the future of sustainable manufacturing.

Our commitments:

Wates is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

We don’t discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available.

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Posted: September 22nd, 2026