CEL Critical Power has been a trusted leader in power distribution solutions for 42 years, delivering high-performance, bespoke switchgear solutions to data centres, pharmaceutical facilities, and industrial operations. Our commitment to unmatched reliability, engineering excellence, and high-quality builds ensures our products serve customers for decades, reinforcing CEL’s reputation for best-in-class durability and long-term performance. 

 As part of our ambitious expansion, we are seeking a Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex switchgear projects, ensuring seamless integration into mission-critical infrastructure. 

Achieving global leadership in the design, manufacture, and maintenance of switchgear solutions is a key pillar of CEL’s strategic growth plan. This role is essential in delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and scalable switchgear solutions that drive reliability, efficiency, and innovation for our global customers. 

This is a highly strategic role, responsible for end-to-end project management, cross-functional leadership, risk mitigation, and customer engagement. You will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial teams to ensure seamless execution, cost optimisation, and technical excellence in low-voltage (LV) and medium-voltage (MV) switchgear systems. 

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution

· Oversee the complete project management cycle for LV/MV switchgear solutions, ensuring they meet customer requirements, financial constraints, and designated timelines.

· Create comprehensive project strategies that incorporate cost efficiency, risk mitigation, and enhancements to process performance.

· Establish the project’s scope, critical milestones, and criteria for success, guaranteeing alignment with CEL’s commercial objectives and operational standards.

· Ensure timely delivery of projects that are of superior quality and economically viable while adhering to industry regulations and best practices.

· Apply agile and lean project management techniques, ensuring the ability to adapt to changing market dynamics and customer demands.

Strategic Stakeholder Engagement

· Collaborate effectively with senior leadership, engineering, procurement, and commercial teams to ensure that project execution supports the organization's growth strategies.

· Act as the main point of contact for customers, guaranteeing transparency, addressing issues proactively, and delivering exceptional service.

· Partner with the US manufacturing facility and global supply chain stakeholders to achieve seamless integration of switchgear solutions in international operations.

· Oversee executive project reporting and performance assessments, offering essential insights and recommendations to stakeholders.

Operational Excellence & Risk Management

· Identify and take proactive steps to mitigate project risks, ensuring thorough contingency planning and effective issue resolution.

· Lead initiatives for continuous improvement by applying lean principles and automation to boost operational efficiency.

· Oversee project financials, guaranteeing cost management, margin protection, and overall project profitability.

· Utilize AI-driven project tracking tools and data analytics to enhance forecasting, risk evaluation, and make timely decisions.

Technical Oversight & Compliance

· Collaborate with our technical teams and supply chain partners to ensure that switchgear solutions adhere to the highest technical, safety, and regulatory standards, including compliance with IEC, UL, and NEC.

· Work alongside engineering and manufacturing teams to improve switchgear product design, modular integration, and overall efficiency.

· Keep abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and changing standards, guaranteeing that CEL remains at the cutting edge of innovation and regulatory adherence.