Project Manager

A leading engineering & manufacturing company is seeking a Project Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of strategic initiatives during a period of sustained investment and operational evolution.

This position offers a high level of autonomy and influence, with regular engagement at executive level and the opportunity to contribute to long-term business direction.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the development and implementation of our portfolio governance and delivery frameworks


• Coordinate multiple project streams, ensuring alignment with wider business objectives


• Identify and mitigate risks, managing cross-project impacts and dependencies


• Monitor performance against key milestones and drive corrective actions where required


• Promote a strong culture of safety, compliance, and operational best practice


• Support clear definition of project objectives, scope, and success measures


• Engage stakeholders across the organisation, providing clear and structured updates


• Facilitate the transition of completed initiatives into operational teams


• Candidate Profile


• Demonstrated experience delivering complex programmes in a structured environment


• Strong leadership capability with the ability to influence across multiple functions


• Experience managing high-value or technically complex initiatives


• Familiarity with recognised project or programme management approaches


• Understanding of regulated or safety-critical environments


• Working on high value projects within the company


• Strong planning, coordination, and communication skills


• Formation experience within a manufacturing/heavy engineering would be advantageous


• Experience with project planning tools and structured reporting


• Recognised Project qualification


• Recognised H&S qualification


• Experience of working within a manufacturing/heavy engineering sector would be highly advantageous

• Competitive remuneration and bonus potential


• Comprehensive benefits package


• Opportunity for progression into senior leadership


• Involvement in high-impact, strategically important initiatives


• Collaborative, multi-disciplinary working environment

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