Project Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
Project Manager
WLS ltd
WLS Ltd, 22 – 36 Paxton place, SE27 9SS
Salary
45-60k DOE.
Job type
Full time, permanent
WLS Ltd is a Fire & Security installation and maintenance company based in Crystal Palace. We are looking for a Project Manager to manage installation works ranging from £5k to £2m.
A minimum of 5 years' experience required. The successful applicant will have a proven background in the Fire and Security industry. The position would suit a highly organised individual with strong leadership skills, good customer relations and the ability to manage people and multiple on-going projects.
Key tasks and responsibilities:
· Manage multiple installations ranging from £5k to £2m
· Agree project objectives.
· Be responsible for timely labour and equipment deliveries to site and manage on site progress
· Conduct site and project meetings.
· Ensure all variations to specifications are picked up and costed accordingly
· Perform risk management to reduce potential risks
· Good communication skills.
· Ensure the quality standards of the project are met.
· Recruiting specialists and sub-contractors.
· Oversee the accounting, costing and billing.
· Report to the client or senior stakeholders on progress.
Essential requirements:
- Proven track record of technical knowledge within the fire and security industry
- Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
- Strong organisational skills including attention to detail
- Must have knowledge/ experience of Microsoft Office, Excel and project management software tools
- Full UK driving licence
- Right to work in the UK
Salary and Benefits:
- Salary highly competitive
- 20 days annual leave, rising 1 day per year after 5 years’ service; up to a maximum of 25 days. Plus, an extra day for your birthday
- Company vehicle with fuel card
- Company pension
- Phone allowance
- Laptop
The above is by no means exhaustive, you may be required to carry out other duties in line with your skill set as and when the company deem necessary.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £45,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company car
- Company pension
- Free parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Project Management: 3 years (required)
- fire and security: 5 years (required)
Language:
- Fluent English (required)
Work Location: In person
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: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Project Manager roles across WLS'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 General.
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 £45,000 - £60,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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