Job Introduction
Job Title: Project Manager – Hoisting (Lifting/Hoisting)
Location: Glasgow
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 – 17:00 (42 hours per week)
Full-Time | Permanent | Flexible & Hybrid Working Options Available
Join the UK’s leading hire provider and help shape the future of hoisting solutions.
At Speedy, we offer the widest range of specialist hire equipment, tools, plant and support services. As our Hoisting Division continues to expand, we’re looking for an experienced Project Manager – Hoisting to lead end-to-end delivery of hoist installation projects while driving commercial success across new and existing client relationships.
About the Role:
As Project Manager – Hoisting, you'll play a key strategic and operational role within our hoisting division, with a focus on delivering exceptional project outcomes, account growth, and brand recognition across the UK. Your responsibilities will include:
Managing full lifecycle project delivery – from hoist installations and commissioning to customer handover.
Developing and implementing robust sales strategies to identify and grow revenue streams.
Building long-term, profitable relationships with key customers on a local, regional and national level.
Conducting competitor analysis to guide pricing, positioning, and business development strategies.
Leading by example on site – including physical involvement in hoist installations where required.
Acting as a brand ambassador for Speedy’s hoisting offering, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
What We’re Looking For:
✅ Proven experience in the hoisting/lifting equipment sector✅ Strong background in customer relationship management and project delivery✅ Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding revenue targets✅ In-depth knowledge of industry regulations (LOLER, PUWER, MHSWR, COSHH)✅ Ability to carry out site surveys and assist in hoist installations✅ Excellent communication, sales, and leadership skills✅ Technical qualifications relevant to passenger and goods hoists✅ Familiarity with GEDA Hoists is desirable✅ Ability to manage multiple customer sites and travel when needed
Key Responsibilities:
Identify and realise new revenue streams through strategic account management
Develop annual business plans aligned with hoisting division growth targets
Prepare tenders, sales proposals and performance forecasts
Lead project delivery and customer satisfaction from survey through to completion
Maintain CRM data to ensure all customer activity is recorded accurately
Promote cross-selling opportunities and contribute to product development feedback
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and safety standards
Work collaboratively with internal teams to support our ESG Strategy – Decade to Deliver
Why Join Speedy?
At Speedy, we’re committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where our people can thrive. Our Speedy Work Life Balance initiative reflects our commitment to flexibility, well-being, and putting People First.
We offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Opportunities for career progression and professional development
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- A collaborative and innovative team environment
- Tools and resources to support your success
- 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
- Life assurance
- Pension Scheme
- Canteen facilities
- 95% discount across the Speedy brand
- Opportunities for training, development and career progression
- Voluntary Health Cash Plan
- My Staff Shop: discounts and offers for shopping etc. across many suppliers
- Green Commute Initiative: Work scheme for cycling
- PAM – Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Offers free and confidential support and counselling to help you through matters such as wellbeing, divorce, legal, and financial management
Speedy operates an industry leading Work Life Balance initiative, demonstrating our commitment to reducing core contracted hours, supporting colleague wellbeing, and identifying more balanced work patterns for our colleagues which is a huge step in realising our ambition of putting our People First. Talk to us about a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements to suit your needs including flexible start/finish times, shorter days, term time hours and job share opportunities.
Speedy offer a Career Line of Sight which enables a detailed understanding of the route to progression and growth within the Speedy Group.
Please be aware Speedy reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.
Please be aware that some roles within The Speedy Group UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance Check. The Speedy Group is an equal opportunity employer where we embrace diversity in all its forms and fostering an inclusive environment for all people to do the best work of their lives with us.
Link below to our policies in line with our ESG Governance.
https://www.speedyservices.com/esg/governance
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability status. All roles within The Speedy Group require proof of right to work in the UK by the start of employment.
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