Senior Project Manager

WHO WE ARE:

VVB delivers sustainable mechanical, electrical and telecommunication engineering solutions with expertise and long-standing experience across Rail, Highways, Power, and Tunnels. Combining robust processes with specialist agility, our approach to projects always takes into account the best interests of our clients, our people, and our environment

At VVB, our CORE values shape our behaviour and are apparent in everything we do. Not only are these values central to the entire VVB ethos, but each letter also represents a pillar of our company vision. CORE Values – www.vvb-eng.com/who-we-are/

C – Care & Collaboration

O – Opportunity & Ownership

R – Responsibility & Respect

E – Excellence & End Result Focus

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive salaries and yearly appraisals
• Travel expenses to locations outside of your contracted location
• Perkbox giving you 24/7 access to perks, benefits, discounts, and wellbeing tools
• 3 x Life Assurance covered under the VVB Group Life Assurance scheme, provided by Canada Life
• Private Medical Insurance scheme, provided by BUPA, inclusive of an online private GP
• Pension scheme (4% ER and 5% EE)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (3-4 to be used for Christmas shutdown)

WHAT WE ARE RECRUITING FOR: SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER (MEP)

Join VVB as a Senior Project Manager, leading the installation and delivery of Electrical, Fire, BMS, and Mechanical packages at Old Oak Common Station. This role involves working closely with the project team to safely deliver projects on time, to the highest quality, at minimum cost, and to client satisfaction. Acting as a key link between the client and stakeholders, you will manage delivery teams, coordinate with the design team, and ensure all installations are fully integrated and compliant with specifications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide leadership and project management across all project activities, ensuring cost, time, and quality targets are met.
• Develop and manage effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Work directly with the client and report to the Project Director/Manager, supporting strategic planning and project delivery.
• Lead the delivery teams, fostering high performance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee health and safety standards throughout all project stages.
• Assist with design reviews ensuring compliance with HS2, NR, BS, EN, and ISO standards.
• Manage third-party contractors and direct delivery teams for BMS, Ventilation, Electrical, Fire, and Piped systems.
• Maintain project documentation including registers, minutes, and formal communications (RFI, TQ, EWN, MAR, etc.).
• Support CAD/BIM teams to ensure accurate modelling and resolve interface issues.
• Drive procurement and manage subcontractor works, supporting commercial evaluations.
• Oversee commissioning of Mechanical Systems and participate in site surveys and inspections.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Significant experience managing large-scale MEP projects (£15-30M) in infrastructure sectors.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and stakeholders.
• In-depth understanding of project management principles, construction processes, and contract mechanisms.
• Proficiency in budget management, forecasting, and commercial awareness.
• Excellent IT, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with BIM, CAD management, and industry best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent.
• Professional memberships or working towards membership preferred.
• PRINCE2, HERS Authorising Officer, and NEBOSH General Certificate desirable.

The contracted location for this role is Old Oak Common, supporting the HS2 Project. The position will require work across Central London and Acton (OOC site), with specific locations varying depending on project phases.

VVB values the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all prospective and current employees with dignity regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. All employees must demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm in promoting the principles of equality in employment and service delivery.

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