Project Manager
We provide market leading environmental data collection and monitoring services. Established over 30 years ago Flow & Water Quality Monitoring give their clients peace of mind in supporting them to reduce environmental risks and improving the quality of their natural environment. Our customers include large blue-chip consultancies and water companies.
We are an ambitious team who are focused on growth, putting our customers at the heart of what we do, and we live our values of happy people, happy customers, working safely and being successful. Our culture is can-do, fun and where everyone has a part to play and a voice.
We are part of SOCOTEC UK which is the leading of testing, inspection and compliance services with comprehensive solutions in Infrastructure, Environment, Building & Real Estate and Advisory.
The Role
We are seeking to recruit a Project Manager, based at any of our officespreferably in the South UK region (working throughout the UK). As a Project Manager at SOCOTEC, you will play a vital role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards. You will work closely with the Commercial Manager and our clients to define project scopes, plan and mobilise site teams and track project finances. Your expertise will be instrumental in managing multiple projects, collaborating with clients and internal stakeholders and driving operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage projects profitably, safely and efficiently
* Oversee job execution, including planning, procurement and coordination of site teams
* Provide guidance and problem-solving support to field teams
* Balance long-term maintenance projects with short-notice sampling tasks
* Prepare essential project documentation, including work instructions, method statements and risk assessments
* Coordinate with subcontractors and ensure high-quality data collection and reporting
* Monitor project finances, invoicing clients and ensuring alignment with contractual agreements
* Actively participate in resource planning meetings and strategy discussions
Client & Business Development:
* Manage client relationships, respond to inquiries and attend site visits
* Develop costed proposals, scope projects and build pricing models
* Identify opportunities for growth and promote all SOCOTEC services
What We’re Looking For:
Essential:
* Full UK driving licence & Right to Work in the UK
* Strong project management experience with the ability to manage multiple projects at different lifecycle stages
* Commercial awareness and ability to build client relationships
* Proficiency in Word, Excel, and web-based applications
* Understanding of health & safety legislation and best practices
Desirable:
* IOSH or NEBOSH qualifications
* Technical knowledge of environmental services and the water industry
* Experience managing Confined Space permitted operations
What We Can Offer
* A competitive salary with agile/hybrid working
* Company car with cash allowance
* Uplifted salary based on skills progression
* 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
* Contributory Company pension scheme
* Employee perks scheme
* Career development and progression
As well as the above, we will provide you with support and encouragement to learn and develop to truly reach your potential.
Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.