Project Manager at FLSmidth

Welshpool, Wales, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Financial Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Skills, Team Leadership, Contract Negotiation, Quality Assurance, Change Management, EPC Projects, Commercial Understanding, Scheduling Tools, Continuous Improvement, HSE Compliance, Data Analysis, Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

The SPA Project Manager is the strategic and operational leader responsible for delivering SPA projects from initiation through closeout. Acting as the primary driver of project execution, the Project Manager ensures scope, schedule, cost, quality, commercial compliance, and stakeholder engagement are delivered in line with contractual obligations and FLS standards. This position demands a very hands-on approach to project management, where the Project Manager is directly involved in planning, execution, resolving issues, and aligning stakeholders, instead of just coordinating tasks remotely. Key Responsibilities Project Planning & Execution Develop project charters, execution strategies, and project management plans. Define, validate, and control scope, schedule, budget, and resources throughout the project lifecycle. Lead cross‑functional teams spanning Engineering, Procurement, Sales, Logistics, Finance, Quality, and Services. Escalate design, cost, and schedule impacts to the Operations Team as required. Financial & Commercial Management Own project financial performance, including cost control, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and margin protection. Approve commercial transactions in ERP systems (Epicor). Support contract negotiations with customers and suppliers. Ensure team members (e.g., Project Engineers, Controllers) have accurate planned-vs-actual data to support reporting. Risk, Change & Claims Management Identify, analyse, and mitigate project risks and opportunities. Lead integrated change control and oversee variation management. Manage contract amendments, scope changes, and claims. Quality, Safety & Compliance Ensure all deliverables meet internal QA/QC requirements and customer standards. Monitor and enforce HSE expectations across project activities. Use systems such as Intelex for NCR management and root cause analysis. Stakeholder, Customer & Supplier Engagement Act as the contractor’s representative to clients and key partners. Maintain strong internal and external stakeholder communication. Communicate project execution strategy during sales and proposal support phases. Lead supplier and customer kick‑off meetings and regular progress reviews. Project Reporting & Governance Lead project progress meetings and customer reporting cycles. Maintain schedule and budget updates in line with SPA project governance frameworks. Support continuous improvement by feeding lessons learned into SPA frameworks and role charters. Key Interfaces Engineering Project Admin Logistics, Commercial, Finance Software, R&D, Quality, Procurement, Buyer/Planner teams across global FLS sites Required Skills & Experience Proven experience managing EPC or complex technical engineering projects (mining or industrial preferred). Strong commercial and contractual understanding. Proficiency in project management systems (Epicor, MS Project, scheduling tools). Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams across global locations. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to drive accountability and maintain control over schedule, cost, and scope. Desirable Attributes SPA systems familiarity (Sampling, Preparation, Analysis workflows). Experience in risk management, cost forecasting, or project controls. Ability to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the SPA portfolio. What we offer Competitive remuneration package on offer. Work-life balance with a flexible work schedule so you can focus on professional and personal priorities. Since 1882, FLSmidth has operated successfully within a global environment. Development and training within a respected global OEM company. Access to salary packaging options to allow you to maximize your after-tax income. Employee Assistance Program for employees and immediate family. Purchased annual leave options. Paid Parental Leave. Involvement with community and charity initiatives. As an equal-opportunity employer, FLSmidth embraces diversity and equality by promoting an environment of inclusion. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply - the more diverse our employees are, the stronger our team is. In our commitment to equal opportunity and eliminating bias, we kindly request that you exclude personal information such as age, ethnicity, number of children, and photographs from your application materials Please apply by clicking "apply" on this page. Kindly note that we will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on an ongoing basis so please apply as soon as possible. Candidates will be contacted by email. No recruiters and unsolicited agency referrals, please. FLS is a leading, full flowsheet minerals processing supplier to the global mining industry. We deliver proven technologies and services across the lifecycle of operations, and have set targets of providing solutions for zero-emissions mining by 2030 with our MissionZero programme.

Responsibilities

The Project Manager is responsible for delivering SPA projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring compliance with scope, schedule, cost, and quality standards. They lead cross-functional teams and manage project financial performance while engaging with stakeholders.