Actemium Automation Peterborough

Step into a Leadership Role in Project DeliveryAre you an experienced project manager seeking your next challenge in a fast-paced, innovative environment? We're searching for a Senior Project Manager to join Actemium Automation Peterborough and lead complex automation and control projects from concept to completion. If you thrive on managing multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring successful project delivery, and building strong client relationships, we want to hear from you.Location: Peterborough | Type: Full-time (Permanent) | Competitive salary DOE + Bonus + Pension + Health Shield + Share Scheme + Private HealthcareAbout the Senior Project Manager Role at Actemium Automation PeterboroughAs Senior Project Manager, you will oversee the full lifecycle of large-scale automation and electrical engineering projects. You will be responsible for project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure, ensuring all objectives are met on time and within budget. This is an opportunity to drive the delivery of cutting-edge solutions across a diverse client base-and make a lasting impact in a growing company.Main Responsibilities - Senior Project ManagerLead, organise, and motivate teams to deliver automation and control projects to client specifications and deadlines.Develop detailed project plans, allocate resources, and manage project scopes, budgets, and schedules.Proactively identify and manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and changes to ensure successful project outcomes.Act as the primary point of contact for clients and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.Prepare and present regular project progress reports, facilitating project meetings with multidisciplinary teams.Drive project quality through compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and client requirements.Support the development of junior team members, promoting knowledge sharing and best practice in project management.The Person - Skills & Experience Required for Senior Project ManagerSignificant experience managing engineering, automation, or control systems projects, ideally within industrial sectors.Strong leadership, decision-making, and team management abilities with a people-centric and collaborative approach.Proven track record of delivering projects to deadline, budget, and specification.Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.Strong commercial awareness and the ability to manage contracts, procurement, and project finances.Proficient in project management methodologies (such as Prince2, PMBOK, or Agile) and use of project planning and reporting tools.Relevant degree in engineering, project management, or a related technical or business field.Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites as required.Personal Attributes - Senior Project ManagerIntegrity, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering customer satisfaction.Forward-thinking, adaptable, and proactive approach to challenges and change.Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.Enthusiastic about mentoring and empowering colleagues to achieve excellence.Why Join Actemium Automation Peterborough?Competitive salary based on experience, plus discretionary bonus.25 days holiday plus bank holidays.Comprehensive pension scheme and health benefits.Supportive and values-driven team environment.Clear career development pathways and ongoing training.Part of VINCI Energies - offering global opportunity and local agility.About Actemium Automation Peterborough - Leading Automation and Control Systems SpecialistsActemium Automation Peterborough (part of Vinci Energies UK & ROI) are one of the leading providers of industrial process and automation solutions within the food and beverage industry.The business is part of the VINCI Energies UK and ROI group operating within Actemium Automation. Actemium have been providing high quality engineering solutions and services in the UK since 1907.VINCI's de-centralised business model allows us to provide our customers with the resources, vitality and strength of a large global company, while still delivering local personalised service. Along with the other business units in the Actemium Automation group, we employ over 250 people at 14 locations across the UK.VINCI are a world leader in engineering and construction with 220,000 employees operating out of 3,000 offices in 120 countries across the globe.Ready to take your project management career to the next level? Apply today and help shape the future of automation at Eltek Systems.