Project Supervisor – Lift Industry
London
Salary – Up to £60,000
A well-established and growing UK lift specialist is expanding its projects team. Known for quality delivery and strong client relationships, the business is investing in experienced supervisors to support continued growth.
This role oversees the day-to-day delivery of lift installation, modernisation and major repair projects. You will coordinate people, programmes and safety to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget and to the highest standards.
Key responsibilities

• Supervise lift installations, modernisations, refurbishments and major repairs
• Monitor progress against programmes, method statements and schedules
• Carry out regular site visits to inspect works and resolve technical issues
• Coordinate lift shutdowns, testing, commissioning and handovers
• Act as the link between office teams, site engineers, subcontractors and clients

Health, safety and compliance

• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, LOLER, PUWER and EN 81 standards
• Review and manage lift-specific RAMS
• Ensure safe systems of work are followed on site
• Support LOLER examinations and liaise with independent inspectors
• Report and close out incidents, near misses and non-conformances

Resource, contractor and client management

• Coordinate labour, materials and equipment
• Manage subcontractors to meet quality and programme requirements
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries
• Act as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders
• Attend project, site and technical meetings

Commercial and administration

• Support project planning, scheduling and cost control
• Assist with variations, valuations and final accounts
• Maintain accurate project records, reports and completion packs
• Provide regular updates to senior management

Essential skills and experience

• Proven experience in the lift and elevator industry in a supervisory or project role
• Strong technical knowledge of traction, hydraulic and MRL lift systems
• Experience supervising lift installations, modernisations or major repairs
• Solid understanding of lift-specific Health & Safety requirements
• Strong organisation, communication and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Competent with Microsoft Office and project systems
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Background as a qualified lift engineer or improver
• Relevant lift industry qualifications
• SSSTS or SMSTS
• NVQ Level 3 or above in Lift Engineering
• Experience working from an office-based projects environment

Personal qualities

• Proactive and solution-focused
• Confident leader with a collaborative approach
• Professional and client-focused
• Detail-driven with high standards of quality
• Reliable, adaptable and well organised

Working hours and benefits

• Office-based role with regular site visits
• Standard hours 8am–5pm, with flexibility as projects require
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• Pension scheme
• Holiday entitlement
• Private healthcare
• Clear opportunities for progression and professional development

If you are interested in this Lift Service Engineer opportunity, please use the application link