Company Overview: We are a rapidly growing start-up company specializing in the processing of produce into high-quality products for the food industry. We are committed to excellence in product quality, operational efficiency, and compliance with all regulatory standards.
Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the setup and management of our new £8m processing facility. Reporting directly to Director level, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of this new plant from initial design to commissioning. This is expected to be the first of several such developments the Postholder will preside over.
You will manage a professional team, creating a system for governance covering H&S, cost management, quality, contract management and performance that aligns with our strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities:
1. The planning, development and execution of all aspects of this food processing plant project including:
2. Prepare an initial stage 1. Project Execution Plan and stage 2. Project Definition and Planning submission thus cementing the concept requirements for board approval with finalising of concept design and budget development.
3. Manage development with weekly review and monthly board review against progress and major review at pre-planned gateway points.
4. Undertake appointment of key project team personnel and appointment of the professional project services team in an appropriate governance structure including cost planning, food processing, project engineering, professional services.
5. The development of procurement for the fixed price performance based contract and related enabling contracts.
6. Develop and manage the project budget to enable the team regularly reporting upon the Project Execution Plan, the project programme, outturn budget to completion and cashflow.
7. Manage the execution of contracts during execution with the implementation of a framework for safety management, performance management and quality management.
The Postholder: The postholder will have an appropriate track record for delivering food processing or similar such continuous process plant. The postholder shall be given substantial autonomy to complete his/her obligations, working in a position of trust and shall meet the following eligibility criteria:
Qualifications/Experience:
Essential:
* Relevant professional and or higher technical, project management or engineering qualification.
* Safety management qualification such as Nebosh Diploma, Iosh or similar qualification.
* Five years prior experience in client side - procuring and managing execution of substantial process projects.
* Understanding and proficient upon the regulatory environment including: environmental, DSEAR, health and safety.
* Well versed with a Project management software Windows Office 365 suite literacy including Excel.
* Excellent communication skills and a personable manner.
The candidates must have the right to reside in the UK and have a current driving licence and be willing to be subject to assessment and monitoring for prudent Occupational health reasons.
Desirable:
* Experience in the development of continuous process plant assets in the food sector including food safety requirements.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £60,000.00-£80,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
* Performance bonus.
Benefits:
* Company pension.
* Free parking.
* Life insurance.
* On-site parking.
* Sick pay.
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday.
Education:
* Certificate of Higher Education (required).
Experience:
* Project management: 5 years (required).
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 21/11/2024
Expected start date: 01/02/2025
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