Job Description
About Us
Proserv is a global controls technology company with a heritage stretching back more than 60 years. We provide industry-leading solutions to improve the reliability, optimise the performance and extend the life of critical infrastructure across the energy sector.
Our team not only has the talent and technological expertise to deliver these transformative goals, but day-to-day, we hold to a clear set of FRESH Proserv values that underpins everything we do around the world.
So, if you believe you not only have the skills and know-how needed for this role, and you are a team player; keen to do things the right way; possess an inquisitive and creative mind; prioritise giving top-quality service and you enjoy helping and collaborating with colleagues or clients – then we really want to hear from you.
What You Need to Know
We are seeking an experienced Service Delivery Manager to join our operations team. This role is responsible for overseeing the delivery of services and solutions to our clients, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. The successful candidate will manage multidisciplinary teams, maintain client relationships, and drive continuous improvement across service delivery activities.
This is an opportunity to:
Lead and manage service delivery:
Plan, schedule and allocate resources across multiple projects and contracts
Ensure adherence to contractual obligations and service level agreements
Monitor performance metrics and report on delivery status to stakeholders
Coordinate cross-functional teams:
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, logistics and commercial teams
Provide clear direction, support and coaching to delivery personnel
Manage third-party suppliers and subcontractors where required
Assure quality, safety and compliance:
Implement and maintain QA/QC processes for delivered services
Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements
Drive best practice and continuous improvement initiatives
Client engagement and commercial responsibility:
Act as primary point of contact for clients regarding service delivery
Manage change control, invoicing milestones and commercial performance
Support business development through delivery excellence and client satisfaction
What We Are Looking For
Some of the Key Accountabilities:
Lead end-to-end delivery of assigned contracts and projects to meet required quality, cost and schedule targets
Develop and maintain delivery plans, resource forecasts and project risk registers
Ensure deliverables comply with company QA/QC standards and client specifications
Manage and motivate teams to achieve high performance and a culture of continuous improvement
Provide timely and accurate reporting to senior management and clients
Drive incident investigation and corrective actions where required
Support on-site activities, including commissioning and client acceptance where necessary (UK and overseas)
Qualifications / Skills & Experience
Qualifications
Relevant qualification in engineering, project management, or a related discipline (preferred)
Professional project management certification (e.g. APM, PRINCE2, PMI) is advantageous
Experience
Proven experience as a Service Delivery Manager or in a similar operational/project delivery role
Demonstrated track record of successfully managing complex service or project delivery environments
Experience leading and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver against project objectives
Experience managing budgets, resource allocation, and project performance
Familiarity with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality management systems
Skills & Capabilities
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and drive high performance
Excellent project management capability, including planning, coordination, and performance monitoring
Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to manage budgets and track delivery performance
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective client relationships
Ability to collaborate across multiple departments and manage competing priorities
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions in fast-paced environments
Commitment to delivering high standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence
Why Choose Us
We offer a competitive starting salary with an opportunity to advance, which will be dependent on competency starting level.
What you receive from Proserv as your employer is so much more than just a salary, our Total Reward package includes free cover for:
Private Medical
Life Assurance
Income Protection
Personal Accident
Up to 7.5% contribution to Pension
As well as these funded benefits, Proserv offer an arrangement of voluntary benefits through salary sacrifice which produce savings on tax and national insurance, some of these include:
Dental Insurance
Gym Flex
Purchasing or selling additional annual leave
Technology products
Critical Illness cover
Additional cover for your family
Additional Information
Candidates must hold a valid passport and UK driving licence. Some roles may require a level of personal fitness to maintain offshore survival certification; additional details will be provided during the recruitment process.
Please apply with an up-to-date CV and a brief covering statement outlining your suitability for the role and relevant experience.