Graduate Project Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job Title: Graduate Project Manager
Location: Hamilton, Scotland
Business Area: Utilities
Who we are…
Quartzelec is an independent, multi-disciplined service provider that employs over 600 people in the UK and overseas with a turnover in excess of £72 million.
We support the industrial, infrastructure, commercial and service sectors with a unique range of contracting and rotating machine services as well as developing and providing support products offered through the Quartzelec group of companies.
The Role…
We are now seeking a newly graduated Project Manager to join our ever-growing team based in Hamilton. Assisting the Project Managers in delivering day to day projects for our existing framework contracts for both DNO and private clients across the UK.
In detail the role includes:-
- Working as part of the Project Management team to achieve the overall objectives of the Profit Centre and Business Unit by driving high standards of safety, work and continuous improvement in process and quality of operations
- Develop relationships with existing clients and seeking out and developing new business opportunities
- Improve efficiency to increase project performance and profitability
- Assist with the management and control of sub-contractors i.e., builder works, joinery works, civil works, asbestos works, etc…
Who we want…
- The successful candidate will posses:-
- A degree (or equivalent) in electrical engineering is essential and is keen to progress into a Project Management role
- Experience with DNO Authorisations would be advantageous but not essential
- Customer focused thinker with outstanding interpersonal skills for communication at all levels
- Sound technical knowledge, a positive safety culture and strong technical awareness
- Have good knowledge of the electrical engineering services industry and utility markets
- Demonstrates an understanding of managing projects and procedures to achieve right first time and customer satisfaction
We can offer you…
A unique experience working for a business that values autonomy by gifting employee’s with responsibility and ownership in their field of speciality.
There’s an attractive benefits package on offer at Quartzelec starting at £25,000.00 to £28,000.00 dependent upon experience and based on 39 hours per week Monday to Friday. As well as the usual benefits you would expect, we go much further:
- 25 days annual leave
- Gym Subsidy payment
- Enhanced company contribution pension scheme
- Access to substantial number of courses and training events
- Career Development and training
- HealthShield Cash Plan
- Health Assessments
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Concessions and discounts from our corporate perks site
Application process: To apply to the role, please submit an updated CV following the ‘apply’ button.
Strictly no agencies please.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate
Salary: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- HAMILTON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- management: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Architectural & Engineering Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Graduate Project Manager roles across Quartzelec Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Architectural & Engineering Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,000 - £28,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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