Project Manager - Engineering & Manufacturing
First Achieve Engineering are proudly supporting a leading UK-based manufacturer in their search for an experienced Project Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering complex engineering projects for high-integrity equipment used across sectors such as Oil & Gas, Power Generation, Nuclear and Water.
The Role
As Project Manager, you will be pivotal in driving operational excellence - ensuring all projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in line with customer expectations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to coordinate internal and external activities, proactively manage risk, and maximise project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a portfolio of projects, tracking progress, budget, and risks while liaising with Operational Management to align internal, supply chain, and subcontract activities with contract schedules and budgets.
Monitor project performance against contract plans, taking appropriate corrective actions to meet timelines and margin expectations.
Identify and assess contract risks/opportunities, implementing effective mitigation strategies.
Provide regular contract status reports and support formal reviews in line with milestone schedules.
Lead post-project reviews and "lessons learned" sessions to inform future improvements across sales, engineering, purchasing, and production.
Contribute to the development of standardised project management processes and tools.
Support bid activities by evaluating compliance, risk, and planning requirements, setting up frameworks for delivery.
Ensure full compliance with client specifications and relevant industry standards.
About You
Degree, Higher National Qualification, or Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering, Project Management, or relevant industry experience.
Minimum 5 years' experience in project management within a manufacturing/engineering environment.
UK Passport holder (dual nationality is acceptable, but primary nationality must be British).
Excellent knowledge of project and risk management principles.
Strong commercial awareness and sound decision-making ability.
A confident communicator with effective interpersonal skills across all levels.
Proactive, motivated, and team-oriented.
Ideally certified as PRINCE2® Practitioner, APM PMQ, or equivalent.Note: All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible working options
Excellent training and career development support
Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase more
Contributory pension with life assurance
Hybrid working policy (role dependent)
Reward and recognition schemes
Health cash plan (optical, dental, etc.)
Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee discounts for high street and online retailers