A leading engineering and technology business is seeking a skilled Project Manager to join their team. Reporting to the Programme Manager, this role will take ownership of high-impact engineering and delivery programmes—managing timelines, resources, costs, and stakeholder communication to ensure successful outcomes across both customer-funded and internally driven projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the launch and delivery of assigned projects, creating core project artefacts including schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
* Maintain clear, professional communication with internal and external stakeholders. Track all decisions and meetings with commercial or operational relevance.
* Ensure compliance with contract requirements and internal processes, maintaining strong control over scope, timelines, and deliverables.
* Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to deliver both bespoke and build-to-print projects. Engage customers during key stages, including acceptance testing.
* Manage and forecast project budgets in partnership with the finance team, producing regular reports on costs, revenue, and margin forecasts.
* Identify and mitigate project risks, manage resource planning, and support adherence to design and quality standards.
* Capture lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Skills & Experience Required:
* A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a project management role within an engineering environment.
* Strong stakeholder management experience, including work with international customers and multi-disciplinary internal teams.
* Proficient in project planning tools such as Microsoft Project or equivalent.
* Experience producing project financial reports and forecasts.
* Eligibility for UK security clearance, including the ability to travel within the UK and abroad.
Personal Attributes:
* Organised and methodical, with a focus on detail and quality.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Confident working independently and in cross-functional teams.
* Adaptable, resilient, and able to manage competing demands.
* Committed to the company’s values of teamwork, integrity, excellence, and courage.
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