Field Service Project Manager - Marine & Power Generation

NMS Recruit are seeking an experienced Field Service Project Manager to join a leading OEM in the marine and power generation sector. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management and delivery of customer service orders, customer contracts, and LTSA's (Long-Term Service Agreements), including technical and commercial aspects for UK and overseas service orders and contracts. This role involves overseeing planning, execution, and invoicing to ensure successful delivery within budget, compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities
Management of all aspects of customer field service orders (the contract) from planning through to final invoicing to ensure execution in line with the order/contract and managing all commercial requirements which includes but not limited to:

Managing Customers & Interfaces

• Act as the first point of contact for customers regarding service orders, contracts, spares, repairs, and upgrades.
• Ensure clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Attend customer site visits and commercial meetings as required to maintain relationships and ensure alignment.

Managing Enquiries & Quotations

• Evaluate and assess initial enquiries, collaborating with internal teams.
• Prepare detailed quotations, including tender approval documents with cost and margin considerations, delivery plans, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Present bids to customers positively and enthusiastically, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Mobilising, Delivering & Maintaining Projects

• Coordinate and manage all relevant activities between internal/external customers, sub-contractors, and field engineers.
• Identify and manage spare parts requirements and sub-contract supply for project activities.
• Ensure projects are executed safely, on time, and within budget while adhering to company policies and regulatory requirements.

Improving Order Intake

• Identify opportunities for emergent works and support growth strategies.
• Work closely with customers to understand their needs and propose cost-effective solutions

Internal Reporting

• Maintain accurate records and manage orders on internal systems, SAP and Job Register.
• Provide weekly and monthly reports on KPIs, forecasts, and financial performance to the Head of Field Service.
• Support the upkeep of systems for order intake and revenue forecasting

Managing Project Finances

• Oversee cost management of orders to achieve agreed margins.
• Ensure final costings and accurate invoicing in collaboration with the Finance Department.

Risk & Issue Management

• Identify and address risks/issues early in the contract lifecycle.
• Maintain and update risk/issue registers with mitigation strategies

Essential Experience

• Demonstrated experience in order/contract management for field and customer service contracts.
• Engineering background with at least 5 years of related experience in field service for large industrial/marine mechanical equipment, or renewables, industrial manufacturing. oil & gas, turbomachinery industries.
• Commercial awareness, including preparation of orders, contract terms, and invoicing.
• Proficiency in engineering management systems such as SAP.
• Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong understanding of technical, commercial, and financial aspects of field service businesses
• Clean UK Driving License
• UK Passport
• Willing to travel within the UK and overseas to visit customer sites

Desirable Experience

• Experience in aftermarket services and sales.
• Proficient in MS projects or other similar tools
• HND/Degree in a relevant engineering or technical field or comparable vocational education with significant work experience.
• Project management certifications (e.g., PRINCE2 or APMP) are desirable

Benefits

• Up to £60,000 DOE
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Hyrbrid working with flexi time
• Birthday off
• Enhanced Pension scheme
• Additional benefits

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