Role Overview
This role reports to the Director of Engineering and is responsible for leading a major facility expansion project. The Senior Project Manager will deliver a large-scale, confidential capital project on a fixed-term contract basis.
Job Objective
Lead the end-to-end delivery of a high-value capital expansion project, providing overall leadership, governance, and coordination to ensure safe delivery on time, within budget, and in full compliance with regulatory and quality requirements. This is a high-profile role requiring strong leadership and experience managing complex projects in regulated manufacturing environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead planning, execution, commissioning, and handover of capital project
Act as client representative managing EPC/EPCM contractors and key vendors
Establish project governance, reporting, and decision-making frameworks
Oversee engineering design, construction, cost, schedule, and risk management
Champion health, safety, quality, and regulatory compliance
Manage stakeholders and interfaces to minimise disruption to live operations
Maintain strict confidentiality throughout the project lifecycle
Oversee commissioning, start-up, and transfer to operations
Experience & Qualifications
Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline
15+ years' experience delivering large-scale industrial or process plant projects
Strong EPC/EPCM contractor management experience
Background in regulated manufacturing environments
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Key Competencies
Strategic and commercial awareness
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage complexity and multiple interfaces
High level of professionalism and discretion
