Project Manager

South Wales Valleys | Competitive salary | Full-time | Monday to Friday | Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Project Manager to join a well-established sheet metal manufacturing company in the South Wales Valleys. Due to continued growth and a strong order book, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business with over 30 years of industry experience.

Key Duties:

• Manage multiple sheet metal and fabrication projects from order receipt through to completion.
• Review drawings, specifications, and client requirements to plan project delivery.
• Liaise with design, CAD, production, and installation teams to coordinate workflows.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions where required.
• Manage client communication, progress updates, and change requests.
• Oversee procurement of materials, subcontractors, and specialist services.
• Ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety regulations, including CDM where applicable.
• Conduct site visits to monitor installation works and resolve issues.
• Manage project documentation including RAMS, progress reports, and handover packs.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Support continuous improvement of project delivery processes.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within sheet metal, fabrication, or metalworking industries.
• Strong understanding of fabrication processes including cutting, folding, welding, and finishing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong client-facing communication skills.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and subcontractors.
• Good knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation.
• Experience in architectural metalwork, HVAC, or industrial fabrication is desirable.
• CAD and production planning software experience desirable.
• PRINCE2, APM, SMSTS, SSSTS, or IOSH qualifications advantageous.

What We Offer:

• Permanent position within a growing manufacturing business.
• Opportunity to manage end-to-end fabrication projects.
• Established company with strong industry reputation.
• Long-term career development opportunities.

Interested?

Apply now with your up-to-date CV.

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