Senior Project Manager

Overview

Location: Rugby, UK

Business Area: Rotating Machinery

Quartzelec is an independent, multi-disciplined service provider, proudly employing over 600 people in the UK and beyond, with a turnover exceeding £90 million. We specialise in contracting and rotating machine services, and our expertise in repairing and maintaining motors and generators is backed by over 100 years of experience in the field. We take pride in being an engineering authority with a strategic global presence, dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients. Join us for a unique experience where we value autonomy, giving our employees responsibility and ownership in their areas of expertise.

The Opportunity

Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex, high-value projects within the rotating machinery and electrical engineering sectors.

This is a high-impact role managing projects from £5M to £20M across critical industries such as hydropower, nuclear, and large-scale power generation. If you're technically astute, thrive in fast-paced environments, and have a track record of end-to-end project delivery, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Leading the full project lifecycle from initial client engagement through to successful delivery and close-out


• Preparing accurate project estimates, quotations, and managing cost forecasts


• Defining scope, deliverables, timelines, and resource plans


• Coordinating multi-disciplinary internal teams and liaising with key external stakeholders


• Managing project risks, quality assurance processes, and formal reporting


• Ensuring timely delivery of technically complex engineering projects in the £5M–£20M range

Your skills and experiences

• Proven track record managing complex engineering projects


• Financial acumen and strong planning skills


• Comfortable with Microsoft Excel and MS Project


• Excellent communication, reporting, and leadership skills


• Experience in hydropower, large power plants, or nuclear projects


• Project Management certification (PMI, APM, PMQ, or PPQ) is advantageous

Benefits

Salary up to £70,000.00 per annum dependant upon experience + Company Car / Cash Allowance

• Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme


• Life insurance (4x your salary)


• Enhanced annual leave entitlement, in addition to bank holidays


• Company-funded gym subsidy payments


• Annual vision allowance


• Free 24/7 remote GP service


• Employee referral programme


• Long service recognition awards


• Paid maternity and paternity leave


• Access to Electric/ Hybrid vehicle charging points

Additional benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme


• Extensive professional development through our in-house training academy


• Career-enhancing training events


• Exclusive employee discounts and various concessions via our corporate perks platform

About Quartzelec

At Quartzelec, we take great pride in our commitment to developing the next generation of talent, as demonstrated by our active engagement with over 100 apprentices. In recognition of our efforts, we were honoured to receive the Employer Recognition Award from two of our training providers in 2025. We are dedicated to fostering growth and supporting our apprentices through guidance and mentorship, enabling them to achieve their full potential.

Working experience and opportunities

We offer a distinctive working experience within a company that values autonomy, empowering employees with the responsibility and ownership of their areas of expertise. This approach not only allows you to make a meaningful impact but also creates opportunities for significant career advancement.

Closing date

Closing Date: tbc

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Application

Strictly no agencies please.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management and Information Technology

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