Project Manager

The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and delivering complex technical projects within the energy from waste sector. This role will ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards, while adhering to safety and environmental regulations. This is a hybrid position with circa 3 days per week based at site either in Milton Keynes (MK12) or North Yorkshire (HG5) Responsibilities Develop the full scope of a project in collaboration with the operational, technical and compliance teams, and drive projects from concept to completion Maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets Lead cross-functional teams to execute projects across multiple sites, with travel as required Manage project risks, issues, and changes, implementing mitigation strategies as needed Ensure compliance with relevant environmental and safety regulations Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external contractors to deliver project objectives Monitor project progress and provide regular status reports to senior management Implement and maintain project management best practices and methodologies Conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement Oversee on-site construction activities, ensuring compliance with project specifications and quality standards Coordinate and supervise site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers Conduct regular site inspections and safety audits Manage site logistics, including material deliveries, equipment allocation, and workforce scheduling Implement and enforce site safety protocols and environmental management plans Resolve on-site technical issues and conflicts as they arise The Person Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related technical field (desirable) Attained or working towards, PRINCE2 or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent Skills Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera) Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications Broad technical knowledge and construction management Outstanding communication and presentation skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities Experience Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects within budget and timeline. Experience in the delivery of construction projects from pre-construction through to the construction phase, with an awareness of process safety. Entry into Company bonus scheme - up to 5% Contributory pension up to 6% 24 days annual leave Annual opportunity to buy additional annual leave (up to 5 days) Life assurance: 4 x annual salary Flexible benefits: Access to a wide range of flexible benefits through Bravo Benefits, allowing you to tailor your package to suit your individual needs, including health, wellbeing, and lifestyle options. Free parking Our Business At Thalia Waste Management, we are creating a future to be proud of. We think differently, questioning everything, enabling us to develop progressive waste into energy solutions and services. Being motivated, tackling problems together, inspiring others to take responsibility, making a difference, being ambitious and contributing value. We operate the best technology available across our four strategic sites in North Yorkshire, Milton Keynes, Cambridgeshire and the Isle of Wight. Our technology includes everything from mechanical and biological treatment, traditional mass-burn energy from waste and material recycling technologies to in-vessel composting, advanced thermal treatment, innovative small‑scale energy from waste and anaerobic digestion. In a single year we process 300,000 tonnes of waste that is turned into energy. This generates the same amount of energy as approximately 600 million solar panels. Similarly we recycle circa 95,000 tonnes of waste. Inclusion At Thalia Waste Management, we work hard to make sure we are an inclusive and diverse place to work. This means we don’t just look at your CV, we’re focused on who you are, your skills and passion that can be brought to Thalia Waste Management. We know and understand everyone is different and has a life outside work, so we’re happy to discuss flexible working and any adjustments that could be needed We’ll do all that we can to support everyone from their first contact with us. For any support or adjustments needed through our recruitment process, please speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will make sure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr