Projects Manager - Ventilation Systems

Job Title: Projects Manager - Ventilation Systems

Location: Northern UK - Manchester

Salary: 50,000 - 55,000 per annum (DOE)

Job Type: Full time / Permanent

About Us:

Ventec 100 Ltd is a long-established, family-owned leader in smoke ventilation systems, proudly serving clients across the UK since 1988. We deliver critical fire safety infrastructure to commercial, industrial, and residential developments-ensuring compliance, performance, and peace of mind.

About the role:

As our project portfolio grows, we're looking for a Projects Manager who can bring structure, leadership, and foresight to our on-site delivery teams. This is an opportunity to take ownership of multiple high-profile projects, guiding them from inception through to completion.

Duties and Responsibilities:

You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the high standards Ventec is known for.

Core Responsibilities:

• Attend client pre-start meetings and internal project handovers
• Develop and manage a live 4-week rolling labour and resource plan
• Coordinate first-day site meetings and workforce inductions
• Lead and support direct labour and subcontractor teams
• Manage procurement of materials, fixings, and site consumables
• Organise access equipment hire, returns, and logistics
• Monitor and verify weekly timesheets and labour allocation
• Oversee training compliance and arrange renewals/certifications
• Work closely with the Contracts Administrator on delivery scheduling
• Produce regular site reports and conduct Health & Safety audits
• Manage drawing revisions, variations, and technical queries
• Schedule and oversee commissioning activities
• Conduct snagging and final inspection reports with photographic evidence
• Represent the delivery function in weekly operations meetings
• Continuously support process improvement and best practices on site
• We're looking for a self-starter who can hit the ground running and lead with confidence.

About you:

• We're looking for a self-starter who can hit the ground running and lead with confidence.
• Proven experience in Project Management
• Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) - 2365-03
• City & Guilds 2382-22: 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• City & Guilds 2391-52: Level 3 Award in Inspection and Testing
• Excellent understanding of site-based project lifecycles
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety best practices (SMSTS/SSSTS desirable)
• Skilled in managing multi-site labour, subcontractors, and logistics
• Confident using Microsoft Office Suite; planning tools a plus (e.g., MS Project)

Benefits

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across multiple sites
• Clear communicator, proactive problem solver, and adaptable team player
• Competitive salary, based on experience
• 23 days holiday (rising with service) + bank holidays
• Group Pension Scheme
• Bupa health plan (after qualifying period)
• Up to 100% funded professional development (incl. SMSTS, NEBOSH, IOSH, etc.)
• Company events: summer and Christmas social gatherings
• A stable, growing company with a supportive, experienced team

How to Apply:

Click APPLY to submit your CV and a Cover Letter explaining why you're a strong fit.

We welcome applicants from similar roles including: Project Manager, Contracts Manager, Site Manager, Installations Manager, M&E Supervisor, or Building Services Manager.