Senior Project Manager

Michael Page Procurement & Supply ChainCheshirereedpublished 10/13/2026
Must-have:SeniorLeadHybrid

role based in the North West. Working for a growing, well established Engineering Consultancy servicing the energy, waste management and power generation sectors.

Client Details

Our client is a well established and growing engineering consultancy, who services a number of thriving sectors in the UK & globally with Headquarters in the North West.

Description

As Senior Project Manager you will act as a lead for all projects within the energy, power generation and waste management customer base

  • Oversee all projects relating to power plants, energy, oil, gas and waste management
  • Lead and manage engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define project objectives and deliverables.
  • Monitor project progress and address any risks or issues that arise.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations throughout project execution.
  • Manage stakeholder communication and provide regular updates on project status.
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial management for projects.
  • Implement and maintain project management tools and processes.
  • Drive continuous improvement in project delivery and performance.

Full scale project management

This is a hybrid role where you would be expected to visit the North West offices every week whenever possible, unless you were busy away with customers, with a sensible approach to flexible working depending on work load.

Profile

A successful Senior Project Manager should have:

  • Proven experience managing large-scale projects in the industrial or manufacturing sector.
  • A strong understanding of engineering principles and project management methodologies.
  • Excellent problem-solving and risk management skills.
  • Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
  • Strong communication and leadership abilities.
  • A relevant degree in engineering or a related field.
  • Familiarity with industry standards and compliance requirements.
  • A good degree in mechanical, renewable power or chemical engineering or equivalent
  • Ideally experienced in power generation or energy from waste technologies, however other process experience i.e., oil and gas, cement, chemical, mining or metals will be considered.
  • A well-rounded senior engineer
  • Commercially astute - able to administer various forms of contracts, for different supply packages or construction projects of varying complexity and commercial value.
  • The ability to anticipate, identify, progress and resolve various technical design and/or construction issues.
  • The ability to read and interpret correctly engineering documentation, technical drawings, functional descriptions, specifications, contracts, programmes, planning consents and permits.
  • Concise and effective oral and written communication skills, able to chair and minute meetings, and produce concise and objective monthly progress reports and other advice.
  • Excellent people skills, able to effectively communicate with various stakeholders.
  • Critical skills to evaluate, explain and simplify complex technical issues to non-technical personnel.
  • Recognised health and safety qualifications and CDM working knowledge would be an advantage / NEBOSH
  • Full driving licence with the ability to travel as required both in the UK and occasionally overseas

Job Offer

£75,000 to £85,000 plus bonus and excellent benefits package.