Senior Project Manager at Knights Brown in West Midlands, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

site operations

safety management

quality assurance

compliance

Ensuring smooth, timely and efficient site operations
Maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance

Requirements

senior pm

team management

leadership

mep

technical

nec

Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager within a major / regional contracting organisation
Strong client, design team and project team management skills
Demonstrable focus, drive and leadership capability
Architectural, mechanical and electrical elements to support both external and internal fit-out works
Excellent technical, contractual and commercial understanding
Track record of delivering large-scale projects valued at £20m+
New in-situ reinforced concrete frame
Experience delivering public sector schemes under NEC contracts (highly advantageous)

Benefits

Service Diversions

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1953

Company Origin

The company was established in the New Forest, laying the foundation for its legacy in major infrastructure projects.

2012 Olympics

Key Project Achievement

Played a critical role in enabling the Olympic sailing events through the construction of Portland breakwater.

£101m Turnover

Financial Performance

Current annual turnover reflecting its significant contribution to the construction and engineering sectors.

£2m Investment

Recent Investments

Significant capital expenditure on plant, vehicles, and facility expansion, supporting growth and innovation.

Built major trunk roads including the M25 and M1 improvements before formally establishing its construction arm.
Operates from Ringwood, Bridgend, and Rochester offices, with its energy division executing projects UK-wide and into Ireland.
Typical projects include coastal engineering, flood defences, public realm highways, water utility frameworks, and civil building works.
Its fleet of directly-employed specialists handles bespoke challenges in river, marine, security-cleared, industrial, and educational environments.

Culture + Values

Foster Team Spirit – We are stronger together.
Inspire Confidence And Admiration – We build respect through trust.
Face Challenges With Enthusiasm – We are adventurous, encouraging, creative and open-minded.
Build Open & Honest Relationships – We listen to what others have to say.
Add Value Through Simplicity – We are straightforward and uncomplicated.
Take Pride In Success – We challenge the way we work to find a better way.

Environment + Sustainability

38% Emission Reduction

2023/24 Emissions Drop

Achieved a 38% reduction in emissions compared to the 2020 baseline during the 2023/24 period.

42% GHG Reduction Target

Science-Based Target by 2030

Aims to reduce scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% from 2020 levels by 2030, aligned with the Science-Based Targets Initiative.

388 Solar Panels

Portsmouth Manufacturing Facility

Installed 388 solar panels at the new Portsmouth facility, generating 244,000 kWh annually and reducing carbon emissions by approximately 32 tCO₂ per year.

244,000 kWh Annual Generation

Renewable Energy Output

The solar panels at the Portsmouth facility generate 244,000 kWh of renewable energy annually.

Science-Based Targets Initiative: reduce scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from 2020 baseline, plus measure & reduce scope 3.
Published first climate action strategy in April 2021 (Goal 13) to respond to climate & nature emergency.
Net-zero transition target: significantly reduce carbon emissions by 2030; compensating residual emissions through high-impact climate & nature actions.
Voluntary annual PPN 06/21 carbon reduction plan published.
Established first benchmark and reporting of scope 3 emissions (employee commuting) in 2023/24.
Launched anti-idling campaign, efficiency training, low-carbon generators, renewable power, EV fleet + EV salary-sacrifice scheme, EV charge points.
Research partnership at Cardiff University to develop low-impact concrete using industrial waste and CO₂ sequestration.
Appointed CO2nstructZero business champion; CZ Young Ambassador supporting net-zero journey.
EV charging + high bike-parking ratio at new Portsmouth manufacturing facility.

Inclusion & Diversity

4.1/5

Glassdoor D&I Rating

This rating reflects the company's commitment to diversity and inclusion based on employee feedback.

Articles

Career Opportunities – Knights Brown Careers

Who We Are – Knights Brown Careers

Glassdoor Reviews – Knights Brown

LinkedIn Company Profile – Knights Brown

Fleet Investment News – Business South

Company

Overview

Founded 1953

Company Origin

The company was established in the New Forest, laying the foundation for its legacy in major infrastructure projects.

2012 Olympics

Key Project Achievement

Played a critical role in enabling the Olympic sailing events through the construction of Portland breakwater.

£101m Turnover

Financial Performance

Current annual turnover reflecting its significant contribution to the construction and engineering sectors.

£2m Investment

Recent Investments

Significant capital expenditure on plant, vehicles, and facility expansion, supporting growth and innovation.

Built major trunk roads including the M25 and M1 improvements before formally establishing its construction arm.
Operates from Ringwood, Bridgend, and Rochester offices, with its energy division executing projects UK-wide and into Ireland.
Typical projects include coastal engineering, flood defences, public realm highways, water utility frameworks, and civil building works.
Its fleet of directly-employed specialists handles bespoke challenges in river, marine, security-cleared, industrial, and educational environments.

Culture + Values

Foster Team Spirit – We are stronger together.
Inspire Confidence And Admiration – We build respect through trust.
Face Challenges With Enthusiasm – We are adventurous, encouraging, creative and open-minded.
Build Open & Honest Relationships – We listen to what others have to say.
Add Value Through Simplicity – We are straightforward and uncomplicated.
Take Pride In Success – We challenge the way we work to find a better way.

Environment + Sustainability

38% Emission Reduction

2023/24 Emissions Drop

Achieved a 38% reduction in emissions compared to the 2020 baseline during the 2023/24 period.

42% GHG Reduction Target

Science-Based Target by 2030

Aims to reduce scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% from 2020 levels by 2030, aligned with the Science-Based Targets Initiative.

388 Solar Panels

Portsmouth Manufacturing Facility

Installed 388 solar panels at the new Portsmouth facility, generating 244,000 kWh annually and reducing carbon emissions by approximately 32 tCO₂ per year.

244,000 kWh Annual Generation

Renewable Energy Output

The solar panels at the Portsmouth facility generate 244,000 kWh of renewable energy annually.

Science-Based Targets Initiative: reduce scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from 2020 baseline, plus measure & reduce scope 3.
Published first climate action strategy in April 2021 (Goal 13) to respond to climate & nature emergency.
Net-zero transition target: significantly reduce carbon emissions by 2030; compensating residual emissions through high-impact climate & nature actions.
Voluntary annual PPN 06/21 carbon reduction plan published.
Established first benchmark and reporting of scope 3 emissions (employee commuting) in 2023/24.
Launched anti-idling campaign, efficiency training, low-carbon generators, renewable power, EV fleet + EV salary-sacrifice scheme, EV charge points.
Research partnership at Cardiff University to develop low-impact concrete using industrial waste and CO₂ sequestration.
Appointed CO2nstructZero business champion; CZ Young Ambassador supporting net-zero journey.
EV charging + high bike-parking ratio at new Portsmouth manufacturing facility.

Inclusion & Diversity

4.1/5

Glassdoor D&I Rating

This rating reflects the company's commitment to diversity and inclusion based on employee feedback.

Articles

Career Opportunities – Knights Brown Careers

Who We Are – Knights Brown Careers

Glassdoor Reviews – Knights Brown

LinkedIn Company Profile – Knights Brown

Fleet Investment News – Business South