Project Leadership. Technical Excellence. Modernisation Expertise.
Are you an experienced Project Manager with lift modernisation expertise looking to take ownership of high-value engineering projects within a Private Equity-backed business?
Liftec Express – a leading independent provider of lift and escalator maintenance, repair and modernisation services across the UK – is entering an exciting phase of growth and value creation.
We are now seeking a skilled and commercially aware Project Manager to lead lift modernisation projects from contract award through to completion, ensuring safety, quality, profitability and customer satisfaction at every stage.
This is a high-impact role within a fast-paced SME environment where your technical knowledge and project leadership will directly influence operational performance and client relationships.
The Role at a Glance:
Project Manager – Lift Modernisation
Hybrid – Office and Site Based - ideally 2 hour radius of Dartford
£60,000 - £70,000 + Incentive scheme & Car Allowance
Plus Extensive Benefits Package
Core hours: Onsite 08:00-17:00, with one hour for lunch
Note: We will buy you out of any training funded by your current employer.
Your Background: Project Management within lift modernisation or major repairs
Skills: Technical lift knowledge, stakeholder management, commercial control, CDM awareness
Who we are:
Liftec Express is a well-established, highly respected name in the UK lift and escalator services sector. Previously part of OTIS, the world’s leading manufacturer and service provider of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways - the business is now owned by R-Capital and, with greater agility as a standalone company, is gearing for accelerated growth.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering complex modernisation projects during a significant value-creation phase.
Ready for your next adventure?
Reporting into the senior operations leadership team, you will take full responsibility for the delivery of lift modernisation projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
You will manage projects from initial handover through planning, procurement, installation and final completion. This includes conducting site surveys, reviewing technical specifications, coordinating engineers and subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations including CDM requirements.
You will monitor project progress against programme and budget, manage variations, control costs and protect margin. Maintaining accurate documentation, reporting on project performance and proactively managing risks will be central to your role.
Client engagement is key. You will attend site meetings, manage stakeholder expectations, handle escalations professionally and ensure a positive customer experience throughout the project lifecycle.
Safety leadership will form a core part of your responsibilities, ensuring adherence to Liftec Express safety policies, conducting site audits and promoting best practice across all project activities.
The role holder shall carry out his/her duties in accordance with the stipulated business policies and procedures.
About You:
• An experienced Project Manager within the lift industry, with strong exposure to lift modernisation projects, you bring a solid technical understanding of lift systems and installation processes.
• You are commercially aware, confident managing budgets, forecasting costs and protecting project margin. Experience working within complex, live environments such as commercial buildings, healthcare or public-sector sites would be advantageous.
• Strong organisational and planning skills enable you to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail. You are confident coordinating engineers, subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring work is delivered safely and to specification.
• Client-facing and solutions-focused, you communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels and handle challenges with professionalism. Familiarity with CDM Regulations and health & safety compliance within construction or engineering environments is essential.
Benefits:
• Access to Discounts Platform
• Pension (Day 1) - Aviva
• Holiday – 25 days per year plus bank holidays – holiday year - January to December
• Wellness (Day 1) - Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in Service (Day 1) 3 x Salary - Canada Life
• Sickness Scheme - Discretionary
• Family Policies - Industry-leading enhanced maternity and paternity provision subject to service
• Incentive Scheme - Discretionary
• Car Allowance
• Overtime paid Monday to Saturday at 1.5 times the normal rate and on Sunday/Bank Holidays at 2 times – pre-approved only.
• Night call: One week in four; standby £50 per weekday night, £125 per weekend night.
• Engineer Incentive Scheme - Discretionary
• Radius Pay – detailed in Variable Pay Policy
Why Join Liftec Express?
• Key role within a respected PE-backed engineering business
• Direct responsibility for high-value lift modernisation projects
• Strong pipeline of technical, complex work
• Collaborative, safety-focused culture
If you are an experienced Lift Modernisation Project Manager seeking a high-impact opportunity within a respected engineering services business, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to explore this opportunity in confidence.
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