Head of Projects

Job Title: Head of Projects Location: Wallasey, Merseyside Salary: £55,000 - £67,000 (dependent on experience) + Share Options + 7.5% Employer Pension + Income Protection + More About Us: Holiferm is facilitating the transition of the $45 billion surfactant market away from harmful, fossil fuel-based chemicals to biodegradable, sustainable biosurfactants. We are spearheading research and production into this innovative technology and, as such, are offering the opportunity to make an impact towards a more sustainable future. Our patented fermentation process with integrated gravity separation technology enables us to produce competitively priced biosurfactants at a commercial scale. At Holiferm, you will have the platform to broaden your skills by working with field leaders within a dynamic, collaborative and inclusive working environment. Whether you are based in our research and development laboratory in Manchester or our commercial plant in Wallasey, you will have the freedom and autonomy to drive innovation and change. Role Responsibilities: As the Head of Projects, you will be responsible for: * Effectively and safely managing projects using company ISO9001 processes monitoring progress against plans to deliver on time and within budget * Creating and managing project design and building a team * Developing a close working relationship with the commercial team as the single point of contact for projects and enquiries, additionally engaging with clients as part of the company’s commercial strategies. * Managing the CDM process for build including contractor management * Longer-term business planning as part of a multi-functional team, responsible for large project input including capex planning for delivering business goals Role Requirements: The successful Head of Projects will have: * A strong commitment to health and safety * Experience in implementing large, complex projects in brownfield sites. * Good all-round appreciation of the various engineering disciplines, Process, mechanical, E&I and electrical * The ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams. * Excellent communication skills * Strong people managing skills. Keywords: Key Words: Senior Project Manager, Head of Projects, Project Engineer, CDM Management, Capex, ISO9001 quality management