Project Manager
South Wales Valleys | Competitive salary | Full-time | Monday to Friday | Permanent
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Project Manager to join a well‑established sheet metal manufacturing company in the South Wales Valleys. Due to continued growth and a strong order book, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business with over 30 years of industry experience.
Key Duties
- Manage multiple sheet metal and fabrication projects from order receipt through to completion.
- Review drawings, specifications, and client requirements to plan project delivery.
- Liaise with design, CAD, production, and installation teams to coordinate workflows.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
- Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions where required.
- Manage client communication, progress updates, and change requests.
- Oversee procurement of materials, subcontractors, and specialist services.
- Ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety regulations, including CDM where applicable.
- Conduct site visits to monitor installation works and resolve issues.
- Manage project documentation including RAMS, progress reports, and handover packs.
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Support continuous improvement of project delivery processes.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Project Manager within sheet metal, fabrication, or metalworking industries.
- Strong understanding of fabrication processes including cutting, folding, welding, and finishing.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Strong client‑facing communication skills.
- Experience managing budgets, schedules, and subcontractors.
- Good knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation.
- Experience in architectural metalwork, HVAC, or industrial fabrication is desirable.
- CAD and production planning software experience desirable.
- PRINCE2, APM, SMSTS, SSSTS, or IOSH qualifications advantageous.
What We Offer
- Permanent position within a growing manufacturing business.
- Opportunity to manage end‑to‑end fabrication projects.
- Established company with strong industry reputation.
- Long‑term career development opportunities.
Interested?
Apply now with your up‑to‑date CV.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
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