About the job

Description

Join Our Team as a Project Manager at Avidity Science!

Are you passionate about project management and eager to contribute to a dynamic and progressive company? Avidity Science is looking for a dedicated Project Manager to join our team on a 1-year fixed term basis to cover a period of maternity leave.

To be successful in your application, you will need to have demonstrable experience in the MEP trade and be located in a commutable distance from our company offices (HP18 9BA). You will have experience managing sub-contractors and reviewing contract requirements related to installations of physical equipment and associate infrastructures. You will need a full driving license and a car for this role as you will need to travel to various customer sites on a regular basis.

This is a unique opportunity to manage complex client projects and ensure their successful delivery.

Why Avidity Science?

• Competitive Salary: Based on experience, with a bonus opportunity and a car allowance.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including 25 days holiday, pension contributions matched up to 8% basic salary, private healthcare, life insurance, and more.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to work on diverse projects and develop your project management skills.
• Supportive Environment: A collaborative team that values new ideas and continuous learning.
• Flexible: This role offers the opportunity for hybrid working, with up to 2 days a week working from home.

Your Role:

As a Project Manager, you will:

• Collaborate with the Sales Team to scope, price, and document projects.
• Conduct site visits for surveys and detailed planning.
• Manage contracts, subcontractors, and all project documentation.
• Lead project kick-off calls and maintain schedules, budgets, and milestones.
• Ensure compliance with customer and internal requirements.
• Provide weekly updates to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee project delivery from initiation to customer handover and support transition.
• Handle post-acceptance actions and ensure accurate project closure.
• Manage project progress using ERP software.

What We’re Looking For:

• An industry applicable degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in Laboratory Research, Healthcare, or Life Sciences (pure water experience is a plus).
• Chemical or Mechanical Engineering background an advantage
• French and/or German language skills are an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Commercial and contractual awareness.
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset with problem-solving abilities.
• Project Management certification (e.g., Prince2, PMP) is advantageous.
• CSCS card.
• Ability to travel to customer locations across UK and Europe.
• Driving license and own transport

Additional Perks:

• Vitality Private Healthcare
• Health Cash Plan
• Life Insurance
• Mental Health Support Services
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Workplace Nursery Scheme
• Team Social Activities

Join Us!

If you have a passion for project management and delivering first-class service, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to become a part of our innovative and supportive team at Avidity Science.