Project Manager

Engineering: Mechanical & Electrical, EV Charging, EA Framework Delivery

Location: Highbridge, Wessex Region

About The Opportunity

AmcoGiffen is seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager to support the delivery of a diverse and growing portfolio of electrical and mechanical engineering projects across the Environment Agency Framework in the Wessex Area. This includes EV charger installations, sluice gate refurbishment, flap valve installation and renewal, pump station refurbishment, power upgrades, and wider M&E/civils schemes that directly support environmental resilience and critical national infrastructure.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in complex engineering environments, enjoys leading multidisciplinary teams and is passionate about delivering high‑quality, safe and sustainable engineering solutions.

What We Offer

Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience).
Company car or car allowance.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service).
Up to 3 volunteer days.
Company‑contributory pension scheme.
Life insurance.
Medicash Health Cash Plan & Rewards.
Internal development programmes including Purposeful Leadership and Women in Leadership.
Structured support for personal and professional growth.
Ongoing learning and career progression opportunities.
A safe, inclusive and supportive working environment.
Employee forums to ensure your voice is heard.

Role Overview

You will manage the full lifecycle of multiple M&E and EV charging projects—from early scoping and planning through to delivery, commissioning and handback. Working closely with design teams, clients, supply chain partners and statutory authorities, you will ensure seamless coordination and high‑quality delivery across all project phases.

You will be accountable for ensuring all works are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Lead projects from pre‑qualification and tendering through to delivery, commissioning and handback.
Uphold responsibilities under the company’s Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) policies.
Ensure compliance with contract requirements and internal business management systems.
Communicate project requirements clearly to site teams and ensure resources are in place.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors and stakeholders.
Develop and maintain Construction Phase Plans, Work Package Plans and Task Briefs.
Manage Contract Quality Plans, Inspection and Test Plans and handover documentation.
Deliver site inductions and verify competencies of all personnel.
Coordinate with client‑appointed contractors and statutory authorities.
Manage subcontractor performance, safety and efficiency.
Promote continuous improvement and best practice across all project phases.
Conduct regular site inspections and engagement sessions.
Communicate and implement company initiatives and directives.
Monitor project progress, variations and cost plans in collaboration with commercial teams.
Identify and manage contract changes effectively.
Provide formal progress reports to senior leadership.
Escalate unresolved issues to senior management as appropriate.
Represent and promote the company to clients and identify business development opportunities.

Skills Required

Engineering, management and multidisciplinary project delivery.
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical and civil engineering environments.
Ability to lead teams, coordinate complex interfaces and manage multiple concurrent projects.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Strong organisational and problem‑solving capability.

Qualifications Required

HNC/HND in a relevant engineering discipline.
Degree in electrical, mechanical or civil engineering
Management / Project Management qualifications.
SMSTS.
CSCS (Professionally Qualified Person or equivalent).

Additional Skills (Advantageous)

SMSTS
Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)
AM2
Level 3 Electrical qualification
BS2391 (Inspection & Testing)

Joining AmcoGiffen means contributing to essential environmental and electrical engineering projects that support community resilience, sustainability and national infrastructure. If you’re a proactive Project Manager ready to take on a varied and meaningful portfolio across the Wessex region, we’d be delighted to receive your application.

The Company

Why AmcoGiffen?

You will be joining a reputable and firmly established, engineering contractor operating nationally in rail, civils and engineering markets. AmcoGiffen are renowned in the market as a specialist civil, building, mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance business with ongoing and successful projects and frameworks across the country, you will become part of our expert outfit.

AmcoGiffen has a wealth of experience working on sensitive, live assets in highly regulated environments, we deliver exceptional peace of mind for our customers, creating and maintaining assets across a growing range of high-quality public and private sectors. These include rail, power generation, electricity distribution, flood defence, aviation, waterways and much more.

Diversity & Inclusion at AmcoGiffen

We value collective expertise, but also the spark that one person can bring. As one of us, you can be you, because your individuality is an asset to our business and the communities in which we work and represent.

We are working hard as part of the civil engineering and construction industry, to improve diversity & inclusion. Our Diversity and inclusion journey at AmcoGiffen, is constantly evolving and is designed to break down barriers and promote the principles of a diverse workforce through multiple channels. This includes delivering training, raising awareness, regular forums and sharing our engagement calendar of activities and events to encourage participation at all levels throughout our organisation.

Diversity & Inclusion is embodied throughout our SPIRIT core Business values and lies at the heart of our culture of Safety, Professionalism, Innovation, Respect, Integrity and Teamwork.

AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer, offering challenging, worthwhile careers to everyone and is pro-actively committed to improving our understanding year on year to foster a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees as well as for the customers and communities in which we serve and operate within. It doesn’t matter to us what your age, disability, employment status, gender, health, marital status, sexual preference, membership or non-membership of a trade union, nationality, race, religion or social class are, or indeed any other personal characteristics not directly related to the relevant job. Anyone who meets the requirements of the job is eligible for employment with AmcoGiffen.

Health & Wellbeing

Operating from a people first perspective we support safety and wellbeing in the workplace as a priority. We have large number of colleagues that are trained and qualified mental health first aiders to support and listen where appropriate. We enrol all of the AmcoGiffen family onto an employee assistance programme which provides 24 hour, 7 days a week counselling and advice services.

Is AmcoGiffen your next career challenge? If so, apply now!

For more information or to arrange a private and confidential discussion about AmcoGiffen career opportunities, please contact our Recruitment Team:

tom.peach@amcogiffen.co.uk

Recruitment Manager

AmcoGiffen

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