Total 9 Manager level Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Dunfermline, Fife, KY11 9JT

Job Advert: ICP Project Manager
Location: Midlands
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum + up to 12% annual bonus
Benefits: Company car or car allowance, 33 days holiday (inc. bank holidays), pension matched up to 8%, life insurance, income protection, healthcare cash plan, and more.

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a background in Electrical Engineering?
Do you have the leadership and expertise needed to manage and drive complex projects to successful completion?
Are you ready to join a company that values innovation, collaboration, and employee development?

Who We Are:
Manpower Engineering is working in partnership with a leading Out of Home media owner, managing over 33,000 advertising sites across the nation. They are known for their supportive, employee-focused culture and commitment to community and environmental sustainability. Their in-house construction team has successfully delivered hundreds of impactful site builds, from digital units to large-scale billboards. They are now looking for a skilled ICP Project Manager to lead their street furniture projects and drive the accreditation of their Independent Connection Provider (ICP) capabilities.

About the Role:
As the ICP Project Manager, you will play a critical role in leading, planning, and executing electrical projects within the construction portfolio. Reporting to the Head of Health and Safety, you will be responsible for guiding the company through the NERS accreditation process and overseeing connection management. Your role will involve chairing technical meetings, ensuring compliance with DNO and industry standards, and supporting project teams to achieve timely and successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, managing scope, schedule, budget, and resources for the accreditation process.
• Lead new supplies and connection/disconnection tasks according to build plans.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively to stakeholders.
• Manage project communication between project managers and teams.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, implementing risk management strategies.
• Oversee budget control and financial goal achievement.
• Enforce project management best practices and quality standards.
• Ensure projects are completed on schedule by monitoring timelines and making necessary adjustments.
• Provide support and guidance to project managers to foster collaboration and successful project outcomes.

Required Knowledge & Experience:

• HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in the construction industry, with a focus on electrical projects.
• Strong electrical background, preferably in the DNO, IDNO, or ICP industry.
• Experience managing electrical infrastructure up to 11 kV to NERS standards.
• Comprehensive knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations on construction sites.
• Professional Project Management Qualification (APM PMQ/PPQ or Prince2).
• Minimum 3 years of project management experience in highways or related industries such as utility networks.
• Proven success in managing complex projects from start to finish.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team motivation skills.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary between £55,000 - £60,000 per annum.
• Annual bonus of up to 12%.
• Choice of a company car or car allowance.
• Generous benefits package including 33 days holiday (inc. bank holidays), pension matched up to 8%, life insurance, income protection, and healthcare cash plan.
• Cycle-to-work scheme, season ticket loans, and discounts at hundreds of retailers.
• Volunteering days, social events, and employee discount programs.

Join Us:
If this sounds like your next career move, apply today and be a part of a team that is shaping the future of out-of-home media. We celebrate diversity and strive for an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome reasonable adjustment requests and support a workplace where you can thrive.

Apply now and lead impactful projects across the UK!

Your new company

This is the opportunity to join a well-respected independent accountancy firm based in Dunfermline. The firm offers a range of services including accounts, tax, payroll and corporate finance. The firm offers all staff strong career progression opportunities in a supportive, professional environment.

Your new role
In your new role, as a Business Services Manager, you will be responsible for duties including but not limited to:

* Planning and managing the timely and profitable completion of a portfolio of client work which may include year-end and management accounts, corporate and personal tax returns, VAT returns, management accounts, budgets and forecasts for selected clients, liaising with Client Relationship Managers and specialists across the business where required
* Review of assistants/seniors work, providing feedback and coaching
* Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, contacts and colleagues
* Engaging and consulting actively with our specialists, co-ordinating their involvement in advisory work and identifying cross-selling opportunities
* Dealing with ad-hoc client queries, telephone calls and meetings
* Portfolio management duties including client take on, fee preparation and WIP/debt management

What you'll need to succeed
The successful candidate will have experience working in a similar role within a practice environment. The ideal candidate will hold a professional qualification, be that ICAS or ACCA, and be comfortable managing a large portfolio of clients alongside a team of more junior employees. The successful candidate will also boast excellent written and verbal communication skills and possess a positive attitude towards their work.

What's in it for you?
This is the opportunity to join an excellent independent accountancy firm who can offer a competitive salary and benefits package. The firm offers hybrid and flexible working patterns to all staff alongside continuous career progression and development opportunities.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Escape Recruitment is looking for a Senior Project Manager with a background in Manufacturing/Engineering to join our client's team in Dunfermline. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the complete lifecycle and success (profit/loss) of assigned projects. This role ensures that all projects align with the company's strategic objectives and are executed efficiently and effectively.

As a key member of the UK management team, you will lead a team and contribute to the development and achievement of key business goals. Your responsibilities include supporting the tendering process, managing project delivery, and ensuring alignment with overall company objectives.

The Role

• Ensuring that project strategies are integrated into the tendering process and contract negotiations to ensure successful execution.
• Identifying and managing risks throughout the bid, negotiation, and delivery phases.
• Overseeing project delivery to both internal and external customers, ensuring efficient execution across the portfolio.
• Establishing and managing project teams to ensure effective delivery, working closely with Sales, Products, Operations, Strategic Supply Chain, and Global Customer Support.
• Efficiently utilising resources and fostering the development of the Project Management team.
• Ensuring smooth transitions between Sales and Delivery, as well as from Delivery to Global Customer Support.
• Supporting the development and adherence to company processes and procedures related to project delivery.
• Driving project execution in line with the company's HSE and Quality standards, ensuring on-time delivery and budget adherence.
• Continuously managing and mitigating risks to support the company's business strategy.

• Support tender meetings and pre-bid reviews to secure the best outcomes for the company.
• Contribute to the categorisation of projects based on risk profiles.
• Approve project budgets, goals, and strategies for each contract.
• Establish and sign Project Charters, empowering Project Managers to meet or exceed budget and delivery targets, adhere to HSE and Quality guidelines, and ensure efficient project handovers.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with customers, fostering trust.
• Collaborate closely with Sales and Global Customer Support to ensure early involvement and smooth handovers.
• Lead improvement projects, reporting, and analysis to continuously enhance performance.
• Contribute to achieving strategic targets for the division and company.

The Candidate

• Essential: Extensive experience in Project and Programme management.
• Essential: Degree-level education or equivalent.
• Essential: Proven experience in budget management and human resource balancing.
• Essential: Demonstrated success in leading projects to meet quality, cost, and schedule requirements.
• Essential: Strong track record in contract negotiations and settlement agreements.

If you feel that this is the right role for you then please apply today, or get in touch with Stuart Barton at Escape Recruitment for more information

Your new company
Our client is a well-established property development company who have projects all across the Central Belt. One of their premium developments is now requiring an experienced Project Manager to deliver it effectively.
Your new role
This project is a mixed development of low rise housing and flats in a premium residential location in Fife. As Project Manager, you will be fully responsible for its delivery. From ensuring procurement is running smoothly to managing your subcontractors onsite, this is a busy role for an experienced construction professional. You will have support from the wider team in the business, but you will be expected to get involved in all elements of the project.


What you'll need to succeed
Our client is seeking a well-rounded construction professional with a strong background in site management but with the capability to take on the more technical project management duties such as program management, commercial management and design management. As an expert in residential construction, you will have already delivered several large residential schemes already, and you will enjoy the day-to-day cut and thrust of a busy residential development. The ideal candidate will have an SMSTS and First Aid along with a technical qualification in construction.
What you'll get in return
Our client are willing to pay an attractive salary to the right candidate along with a car allowance and other incentives. Get in touch now for more information.


What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Job Overview
-An exciting opportunity to work in the Central Government and Defence business unit of Mitie as a Project Manager in Scotland South (East and Central) area of the Scotland and Northern Ireland defence contract. The Project Manager is responsible for the development & delivery of projects in the most cost-effective manner, demonstrating ‘value for money' across Mitie's portfolio of clients. The person will identify & procure the services of specialist designers and contractors as required. The Project Manager is responsible for compliance with Mitie & client agreed methodology, governance, and gateway approvals. They will also take ownership of Health and Safety on their Projects ensuring they are effectively managed through consultation and liaison with relevant Stakeholders, acting as the Principal Designer as required. They will monitor & manage all change during a Projects life cycle, in accordance with the contract requirements.

The position will be based in Rosyth, Scotland East and Central area and may be tasked with delivering projects across the S&NI region if the demand dictates. The successful candidate will need to undertake national security vetting to BPSS level as a minimum prior to commencing and demonstrate the ability to achieve Security Clearance (SC level) as a pre-requisite for the role.



Main Duties

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-Ensuring projects are delivered in compliance with the contract (NEC3 and 4) and corporate governance arrangements.



-Management of multiple projects across a diverse property portfolio.



-Managing individual project budgets across multiple locations and close liaison with the Commercial Team.



-Facilitating the appointment of Design Teams & Contractors to the projects and supporting the Tender process.



-Managing the delivery of each project to the agreed level of quality, programme, and budget.



-Managing both directly employed, agency resource, and Suppliers as required.



-Managing third party contributions to the project.



-Managing the communications with all stakeholders (internal & external).



-Managing risks to the projects successful outcome.



-Managing change.



-Reporting progress of projects at regular intervals.



-Providing aftercare services to the customer.



-Developing and managing positive relationships with clients and stakeholders.

What we are looking for
-Qualifications:



-Preferably degree qualified in a surveying or construction related discipline.



-Membership of a construction related institute e.g. RICS/CIOB/RIBA/CIBSE/MIET or APM Membership preferable.



-A relevant Health & Safety qualification (preferred but not essential).



Experience:



-They will have a proven track record of project development and delivery and demonstrable experience of pre-construction and construction phases delivery of multiple projects.



They must be:



-Fully conversant with all applicable legislation, regulations, and standards.



-Able to produce estimates of project programmes and cost targets, reviewed and revised as necessary throughout the project life cycle.



-Demonstrate knowledge and implementation of the NEC suite of contracts (Desirable).



-Have the ability to plan projects using at least 1 industry standard programming package.



-Able to capture stakeholder briefs, analysing and testing the documented statement of stakeholders and user requirements.



-Able to determine the overall duration of projects, including the identification of activities, interdependencies, and estimated durations.



-Competent in the use of Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project and Maximo (desirable).

-A minimum of five years experience of working within a construction related industry (essential).



-Management experience of delivering multiple projects simultaneously (project values ranging from £15K to £3,000,000) and Understand profit & loss at a project level.



-Able to deliver the above at pace, working within multiple deadlines whilst delivering works accurately.



-You will be expected to work to your own initiative, whilst also working well as an integral team member.

Job Title: Senior Project Manager
Location: Rosyth, Fife + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: Competitive
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF57394

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Senior Project Manager at our Rosyth site.

The role:
As a Senior Project Manager, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You will be responsible for day-to-day management of the project and must be competent in managing key aspects of a project i.e., safety, scope, schedule, finance, risk, quality, and resources to achieve a project's agreed objectives. This scope of time, budget and requirement will often be set by our customer via a contract to deliver a specific capability or service.

Day-to-day, you'll manage projects in complex situations, with independence and lead others. You will also:

• Build integrated project delivery teams (including Project Management and Controls, Engineering, SHEQ, Commercial, Procurement and Supply Chain) that work together to define, plan, monitor and control the successful delivery of the project
• Manage Customer interfaces and associated stakeholders including identification and monitoring of project risks, planning and implementing responses
• Lead the project to deliver world class performance by means of employee engagement, continuous improvement and identifying and implementing the latest technology
• Establish and maintain governance arrangements for the delivery of the project, defining clear roles, responsibilities and accountabilities
• Take accountability for planning and monitoring the project; and submission of regular monthly performance reports; indicating any deviations, corrective action taken and escalation of issues.

This role is full time, 37 hours per week and provides hybrid working arrangements with 3 days in the office/onsite and 2 days working from home.

Essential experience of the Senior Project Manager:

• Extensive recent and relevant experience in a similar environment / business sector
• Full project lifecycle experience from bid phase through to close out.
• Managed projects of varying types and significant complexity: including varying products, services, across all phases of the lifecycle
• Experience in contracting methodologies (e.g. NEC).
• Cross functional awareness of lifecycle requirements for supporting functions

Qualifications for the Senior Project Manager:

• Ideally a bachelor's degree in engineering / project / construction management or a related field
• A postgraduate qualification is also desirable, as is membership in a professional body
• Mandatory (or agreement to attain in 12 months):
• APM Chartered Professional (ChPP)
• APM Project Management Qualification
• APM Project Planning and Controls - Foundation (Desirable)

Security Clearance:
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What we offer:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity

Babcock International
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 14/05/2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Escape Recruitment is currently seeking a talented Project Manager to join their clients team based in Dunfermline. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in project management activities, ensuring the successful delivery of projects from inception to completion.

The Role

• Manage projects to ensure they are delivered safely, within budget, and to a high standard of quality.
• Develop, produce, and maintain detailed project management plans.
• Track milestones, manage finances, and mitigate risks effectively.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant management system processes.
• Serve as the primary interface with customers and stakeholders, providing regular reports on project progress.
• Control project budgets and provide monthly financial status reports.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project success.

The Candidate

• Degree level qualification or equivalent in project management or an engineering discipline.
• Experience in project management, preferably within the marine sector.
• Project management accreditation (e.g., APMP) is highly advantageous.
• Strong leadership and coordination skills.
• Proficient in risk management and financial control.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take initiative and drive results.
• Strong focus on financial impact and risk assessment.
• Excellent persuasion and negotiation skills.
• Specialist knowledge and expertise in project management.
• Clear and structured communication abilities.
• Collaborative team player.

On Offer

• An exciting opportunity to work with a world-leading company
• A stimulating and safe work environment.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Competitive benefits package including insurance and pension schemes.
• Hybrid working arrangement.

If you feel you possess the qualities required for this role then please apply today or get in touch with Stuart Barton at Escape Recruitment for more details.

Are you prepared to spearhead the transformation and seamless integration of an esteemed new contract within the realm of our Independent schools' operations across the UK and Ireland? If you're positively inclined, consider this an invitation to seize an extraordinary role as a Mobilisation and Change Project Manager with Sodexo, positioned at our esteemed Fife, Scotland location.
At Independents by Sodexo, we place pupils' health and well-being at the heart of everything we do. We create food that not only nourishes the body but also sharpens the mind and rejuvenates the spirit. Our approach is founded on collaboration, driven by our rich heritage and cherished family values, which infuse our experienced team with a naturally entrepreneurial and agile spirit, all while maintaining unwavering consistency.
Your expertise will guide the development of this programme, setting key milestones and KPIs to monitor progress, manage risk, and deliver on our commitments to all stakeholders. As the primary representative of Sodexo for new site mobilisation, your ability to liaise effectively with both technical and functional experts is crucial to ensure that we provide exemplary service at all sites.
This position demands a unique blend of skills and experiences, from navigating the complexities of health and safety compliance to mastering the art of people management and stakeholder engagement. Your background in catering, especially within the hotel or education environment, will be invaluable as you support our on-site team and clients through transformative change programmes.
Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. This role will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland.
What you’ll do:

• Lead the management of Health, Safety and Environmental Legislation relating to integration of sites ensuring the statutory requirements are met and all records maintained up to date.
• Take overall responsibility for ensuring that the mobilisation and change plan reflect agreed contractual terms.
• Work with Accounts Manager to ensure all new contracts are operating as efficiently and effectively as possible according to KPIs and contractual agreements
• Lead HR function where necessary with recruitment, induct, motivate, manage, train and develop all employees following Sodexo HR policy and guidelines
• Continuously seek ways to enhance quality through innovation and cost efficiency by monitoring performance against existing standards
• Manage day to day contact with key stakeholders

For a full list of responsibilities please view the attached job description What you bring:

• Experience of working in a catering environment
  
• Proven operational knowledge, skills and experience in managing service operations
• Management of large and diverse teams
• Manage multiple workloads and shifting priorities
• Ability to interpret and utilise complex and varied financial and commercial information
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with customers, clients and employees at all levels
• A proven ability to set one’s own standards and operate to performance criteria
• Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative within a team environment
• Flexible, agile, strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company

For more information on all the great benefits Sodexo offer to support you and your loved ones, check out the attached Benefits Guide at the bottom of this advert!

Scope / Purpose of Role:

A varied and exciting role for an experienced Planning Manager who is motivated by pace, plan delivery, customer delivery and the people experience.

Ultimately the role holder is accountable for the following:

• Management and development of the planning team.
• Responsibility for plan attainment of 95% across the factory and customer service levels of 99%.
• Develop the capacity plan for forthcoming 3-12 months.
• Work with the operations team to ensure shift patterns and labour hours are right for the business.
• Measure sales forecast accuracy to ensure we drive the forward forecast for the business.
• Responsibility for scheduling of raw material in ensuring technical specifications are adhered to.
• Responsibility for frozen WIP stock built to meet promotional and seasonal demand using frozen stock, internal life and ensuring no out of date product.
• Responsibility for the day-to- day planning of the site.

Reports into:

Supply Chain & Logistics Manager

Direct Reports:

Planners, Apprentice Planner, Customer Service Co-ordinator and Scheduler

Key Stakeholders:

Head of Operations, Supply Chain & Logistics Managers, Logistics Team, Procurement Team, Manufacturing Managers, Logistics, NPD, Engineering, Technical, Sales and Commercial Teams

Key Result Areas:

Ownership of Daily Planning

Overall responsibility for ensuring robust, achievable and accurate provisional plans. Daily plans are agreed and signed off in advance with all department managers.

Ensure 2-hourly progress updates are followed up on by department to assess progress. Highlight risks of customer shortages to Customer Services Manager and Commercial Team as early as possible.

Preparation of Weekly Plans/MPS

Manage the planning system to convert sales forecast into achievable weekly / long term production and material plans that optimally balance customer service and operational efficiency.

Raw material and Stock Control

Responsible for scheduling incoming raw materials (ensuring cost effective control). Controlling of WIP (fresh and frozen) and final packed stocks. Managed aged stocks, Review Meetings to highlight any potential issues arising.

Rough Cut Capacity Planning

Alongside the Factory Manager, prepare rough cut planning to ensure optimum labour levels are in place. Understand the forward demand and ensure that right sizing the businesses forefront on the agenda. Proactively contribute to the NPD process to ensure that new product launches line standards are in place to ensure best productivity through the factory.

Weekly Planning Commitment Meeting

Chair weekly Planning Commitment Meeting to review past week’s performance and forthcoming week’s plan. Work in tandem with the Procurement Manager to ensure material coverage. Agree on and schedule engineering preventive maintenance times.

Leadership on Performance Management

Lead, manage and develop the Planning Team and Customer Services Co-ordinator to create an open and honest culture. Support the development of the team through individual performance reviews and personal development plans.

Technical Knowledge

Have a thorough understanding of technical specifications to ensure we are driving food safety through the plans.

Planning Tools and Training

Responsible for ensuring that planning tools are kept, updated and training materials are in place to cover all processes and procedures.

Reporting

Prepare, in a timely manner, weekly and monthly reports for the Factory Manager.

Key Performance Indicators:

Achieve results: meet plan and grow business, e.g. standard setting, seasonality management, stock building at right price point.

Compliance with:

• Health and Safety and Environmental legislation
• Quality standards
• HACCP and hygiene standards
• Operational standards and requirements
• Company standards, practices and policies
• HR standards, practices and policies

Achievement of operational targets in terms of:

• Plan attainment
• Efficiency
• Lean and 5s

Delivery of area objectives and associated projects, individual performance objectives and personal development plans.

Skills & Experience:

Qualifications:

• Lean Six Sigma or equivalent experience working with the methodology (desirable).

Skills:

• Advanced Excel user (complex formulas, macros and conditional formatting)
• Evidence of strong leadership skills in managing people
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels, ensuring information is delivered and understood
• Ability to drive change through positive communication, employee involvement and forward planning, (e.g. quickly create new plans for new product types)
• Ability to drive and build strong levels of employee engagement
• Developing staff through continuous development, coaching and empowerment to create improved performance
• Ability to deliver under pressure, and flexibility within time management to ensure business needs are met
• Able to take the initiative and push projects forward, solutions-focused
• Able to challenge at all levels, using appropriate manner and behaviour to encourage positive change
• Good problem solving and analytical skills
• Resolution of operational issues
• Ability to build positive working relationships quickly to engender positive cross functional working

Experience:

• Experience in a senior planning or Planning Manager role
• Experience of making strategic planning decisions
• Experience of managing an overview of multiple plans
• Experience of making decisions at pace, taking account of: risk, stakeholders points of view and customer implications at pace
• Senior planning experience in fast-moving consumer goods, preferably chilled
• Experience of presenting to senior managers/lay persons (using BI tools and providing narrative)

Dimensions:

Reports to the Factory Manager, with area operational teams as direct reports. Responsible for leadership of planning team and the associated systems, processes and resources.

Please note, we retain the right to close this vacancy or keep it open subject to volume and quality of applications. We would, therefore, encourage candidates to submit an application as soon as possible.