Control System Manager
3 days ago
London
Control System Project Manager Duration: Full time Location: Belvedere, DA17 6AH Note: Sponsorship is not available for this role. About the Role Weâre seeking an experienced Control Systems Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of electrical and control systems projects. Covering design coordination, panel build, PLC/SCADA integration, FAT/SAT, installation, and commissioning. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, risk, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure safe, compliant, and rightâfirstâtime delivery. Typical projects include generator control systems, switchgear and MCCs, ATS/AMF panels, PLC/SCADA (e.g., Siemens/AllenâBradley/Schneider), synchronisation/load sharing, UPS integrations, and associated LV power and instrumentation. Experience working on UK electrical projects is essential. Key Responsibilities: ⢠Project Ownership | Lead the full lifecycle from bid handover through design, build, test, install, commission, and client handover., ⢠Planning | Build and manage programmes (MS Project/Planner), cost plans, margins, change logs, risk registers, and cash flow forecasts., ⢠Technical Coordination | Oversee electrical design, panel build, PLC/SCADA, and site teams. Review drawings (SLDs, GA, schematics) and I/O lists., ⢠Commercial & Contracts | Manage contract obligations, variations, optioneering, purchase orders, subcontracts, and valuations., ⢠Quality & Testing | Plan and run FAT/SAT, develop commissioning plans and method statements, and assure technical documentation and close-out packs (O&M, as-built)., ⢠H&S & Compliance | Ensure compliance with CDM 2015, RAMS, permits to work, site inductions, and relevant electrical standards (e.g., BS 7671)., ⢠Stakeholder Management | Act as primary client contact, run coordination meetings, manage expectations and reporting cadence., ⢠Continuous Improvement | Standardise templates, checklists, and lessons learned to improve delivery effectiveness. Required Experience: ⢠5â10 years delivering projects in the UK (power generation, data centres, utilities, industrial automation, critical infrastructure)., ⢠Proven delivery of projects involving PLC/SCADA (Siemens TIA/Step7, Rockwell/AllenâBradley, Schneider), control panels/MCCs, instrumentation, and industrial comms (Modbus, Profibus/Profinet, Ethernet/IP)., ⢠Hands-on experience planning and executing FAT/SAT and site commissioning with multiâdisciplinary teams., ⢠Competent reading/marking up EPLAN/AutoCAD drawings and single line diagrams; familiarity with IEC 61131â3 concepts., ⢠Strong grasp of CDM 2015, RAMS, permits, and site practice. Able to manage subcontractors safely and effectively., ⢠Clientâfacing communication, progress reporting, and change/claims management. Qualifications & Certifications (Desired not essential) ⢠Degree or HND in Electrical/Control/Automation Engineering (or equivalent experience)., ⢠PM certification desirable: APM PMQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or PMP., ⢠18th Edition (BS 7671) desirable; ECS/CSCS and SMSTS/SSSTS advantageous., ⢠Full UK driving licence, willingness to travel to sites., ⢠Awareness of functional safety (IEC 61508/61511) and industrial cybersecurity (IEC 62443) is a plus. Skills & Tools ⢠Project scheduling and cost control (e.g., MS Project, Excel), risk and change management., ⢠Strong technical coordination across design, panel build, software, and site installation/commissioning., ⢠Excellent stakeholder management, written reporting, and presentation skills., ⢠Proficient with Microsoft 365, SharePoint/Teams; comfortable with structured document control., ⢠Proficient with Project management software, MS Project/Panner, Monday.com, ACC, construction software., ⢠Practical understanding of electrical installation/commissioning in live environments and critical facilities.