Project Manager - Industrial Refrigeration

Job Specification

Position: Project/Contracts Manager
Location: Derby, Midlands
Reports To: Business Manager, Derby Office

Salary: Circa 65k, Company Car, Pension, Annual Bonus

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and flexible Project/Contracts Manager to join our clients team based in Derby. The role involves managing small to medium-sized refrigeration projects using Freons, Ammonia, and CO2. The successful candidate will oversee the end-to-end execution of projects, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards, financial control, and programme schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Assist in the execution of small and medium refrigeration projects.
• Contractor Oversight: Supervise subcontractors and manage key activities such as crane lifts.
• Health & Safety: Monitor and ensure compliance with health and safety standards for contract works.
• Technical Assistance: Make limited modifications to CAD drawings (training provided).
• Procurement: Order materials as required for the successful delivery of projects.
• Financial Management:
  • Monitor and maintain cost plans.
  • Ensure invoicing aligns with cash flow forecasts and payment applications.
• Programme Management: Track and maintain project schedules to ensure timely completion.
• Documentation: Prepare and produce Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manuals for contracts.

Requirements:

• Certifications:
  • SMSTS certification (preferred but not mandatory; training provided).
• Technical Skills
  • Experience with refrigeration systems (Freons, Ammonia, CO2).
  • Basic CAD drawing skills (training available).
• Project Management Skills
  • Strong ability to monitor cost plans and schedules.
  • Experience in managing contractors and procurement processes.
• Health & Safety Familiarity with health and safety protocols for site management.
• Organizational Skills Excellent ability to manage multiple priorities in a fluid environment.
• Communication Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

Additional Information:

This is a fluid and flexible role designed to adapt to the changing needs of the business. It offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

Location: The role is based out of our clients Derby office, with potential travel to project sites as required.

For more information please contact Travis Townsend @ Imperial Recruitment Group