Lead Project Manager

Company: Neos Recruitment Limited
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Location: Andover
Job Description:

Lead Project Manager

Location:

AndoverSalary:

£65,000 – £80,000 + £7,000 Car Allowance + BonusHours:

Monday–Thursday 8:00am–5:00pm, Friday 8:00am–4:30pmEmployment:

Full-time, PermanentStart Date:

ASAPThe Opportunity

We are working with a well-established specialist in

critical power, standby power and energy systems , with over 40 years’ experience supplying, installing, hiring and maintaining

generators, UPS systems, switchgear and associated critical power infrastructure .Due to continued growth within their Capital Projects division, they are looking for an experienced

Lead Project Manager

to lead a team of Project Managers and Engineers while overseeing the successful delivery of complex technical projects.This is a senior position suited to someone who combines

strong people and project management experience with a technical understanding of generators and critical power systems .The Role

Reporting to the Operations Manager – Projects, you will lead the Project Management function across multiple complex projects, working closely with Technical/Design, Sales, Engineering, Commercial and Finance teams.Projects typically range from

£150k to £5m

in value.Key Responsibilities

Lead, manage and develop a team of

Project Managers and Engineers .Provide senior-level support and decision-making across project delivery.Attend technical, commercial and contractual handover meetings.Support Project Managers with procurement, planning and delivery.Ensure compliance with project processes including

variations, payment notifications, programme management, RAMS, Health & Safety and design meetings .Coordinate between Technical/Design, Project Management and Engineering teams to ensure designs are completed on time and meet customer specifications.Drive high standards of project performance, quality and customer service.Mentor and develop Project Managers and support wider team development.Take responsibility for the

technical, quality and financial performance

of projects.Identify and implement improvements across the Projects department.Work with the wider management team to ensure projects are delivered

on time, to specification and to agreed quality standards .Review and improve the supply chain.Support talent identification and development.Act as a strong ambassador for the Capital Projects division and wider business.What We’re Looking For

We are looking for an experienced

Senior Project Manager / Projects Manager / Project Director / Project Manager

with a strong background in complex technical projects and the construction environment.Essential Experience

10+ years’ experience

within a relevant technical/project environment.Proven experience delivering complex projects typically valued between

£150k and £5m .Strong people management and leadership experience.Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.Strong understanding of the

construction industry

and technical project delivery.Experience managing design documentation and

QHSE processes and controls .Strong commercial awareness, financial control and risk management skills.Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.Strong planning, organisation and decision-making ability.Ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously.Ability to travel as required.Full right to work in the UK.Critical Power Experience

Strong experience within the critical power / standby power industry is highly desirable , ideally with exposure to

diesel generators, UPS systems, switchgear, CHP, emergency power systems or associated electrical infrastructure .Desirable Qualifications

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification.CSCS, SSSTS or SMSTS.Electrical or Management qualification.Recognised Project Management qualification such as

PRINCE2 .Package & Benefits

£65,000 – £80,000 basic salary£7,000 annual car allowanceBonus schemeEnhanced pensionCashplan health benefit25 days’ holiday, increasing with company loyaltyEnhanced maternity and paternity leave£24 per month phone allowance or company phoneRelevant training and developmentLong-term career progressionMonday–Friday working patternNo planned overtimeWhy This Role?

A senior opportunity to take genuine ownership of

project delivery, team performance and continuous improvement

within an established critical-power business.You’ll be working on

high-value, technically complex projects

while leading an experienced team and working closely with senior stakeholders across the business.

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Posted: September 27th, 2026