Senior Project Manager

Vital Energi Utilities Limited

The Role

Overview

Lead multi-disciplinary energy projects at Gatwick Airport to achieve net zero.

Key Responsibilities

  • project management
  • client partnership
  • scheduling
  • bid management
  • safety management
  • team leadership

Tasks

-Manage all aspects of projects, supported by our Project Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, Design team and Planning Managers. -Work closely with clients to deliver a true partnership and build long-term relationships. -Develop and manage construction programmes, project schedules, budgets, and risk registers. -Engage with potential clients as part of the bid team to secure new work. -Produce, and deliver, health and safety plans and ensure statutory obligations relating to health, safety, and the environment are met, and ensure that every employee, contractor, partner and client returns home safely at the end of each day. -Lead cross-functional teams, including engineers, contractors, and suppliers, to ensure project delivery on time and within budget and to meet customer expectations. -Act as the primary interface with clients, contractors, and stakeholders, providing clear communication and regular updates on progress, risks, and outcomes. -Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of projects, ensuring alignment with client requirements, regulatory standards, and client objectives. -Review systems and methods to improve contract performance and ensure value for money.

Requirements

  • m&e
  • prince2
  • agile
  • people management
  • uk licence
  • aviation

What You Bring

-Successful portfolio of Projects delivered -Proven and extensive people management experience -Aviation experience (Desirable) -M&E experience, preferably Mechanically biased -Strong familiarity with project management software -Familiarity with project management methodologies such as PRINCE2, Agile, or PMBOK. -Full UK manual driving licence

The Company

About Vital Energi Utilities Limited

-Pioneered major heat networks—linking tens of thousands of homes and iconic sites like Battersea Power Station and Leeds city networks. -Delivers full-lifecycle solutions: concept and design, civil installation of multi-utility grids, bespoke metering and billing systems, plus ongoing operation. -Achieved Multi-Utility Recognition Status, enabling coordinated deployment of water, gas, electricity, and heat infrastructure under one roof. -Recognised with top industry awards and ISO certifications (ISO 45001, 50001, 27001), it balances innovation with rigorous standards.

Sector Specialisms

Healthcare

Education

Residential

Commercial

Urban Developments

Energy

Sustainable Energy Generation

Energy Distribution

Energy Management

District Heating and Cooling

Renewable Generation

Industrial

Infrastructure

Water

Transport

Government