Overview
W Talent are partnering with a globally recognised, market-leading manufacturer in their search for a highly experienced Senior Project Manager. This is a leadership role delivering large-scale transformation programmes with real impact. The role is based from the Derbyshire facility with a Hybrid working opportunity.
This is a chance to join a forward-thinking, international manufacturer undergoing exciting transformation. If you're an experienced Project Manager looking for a role with impact, influence, and the chance to deliver change at scale, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As Senior Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of complex and high-profile projects from initiation through to completion. You will shape and deliver transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with business strategy, timelines, and objectives. This is a leadership role where you'll be directly accountable for the project portfolio, supporting both business-critical change and long-term organisational growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the full project delivery lifecycle, from entry to closure, ensuring all projects are delivered on time, to budget, and within scope.
* Take ownership of the transformation project portfolio, ensuring resources are allocated effectively and risks are identified and mitigated.
* Lead and deliver strategic projects, ensuring they are scoped, structured, and aligned with organisational objectives.
* Drive programme governance, reporting, and escalation processes to maintain delivery momentum.
* Act as deputy to the PMO Manager, supporting with steering meetings, reporting, and embedding best practice across the business.
Experience and Qualifications
* Significant experience in senior-level project and programme management.
* Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
* Knowledge of transformational change would be highly desirable.
* Knowledge of projects delivering change with SAP or Salesforce would be desirable.
* A proven ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment.
* Expertise in both Waterfall and Agile project methodologies would be advantageous.
* Project management certifications (APM, PRINCE2, or equivalent) would be highly advantageous.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary and bonus opportunities.
* Generous pension scheme for long-term financial security.
* Death in service benefit and access to private healthcare options.
* Comprehensive wellbeing programme including 24/7 GP access, mental health support, and lifestyle coaching.
* Additional health benefits such as free eye tests, health MOTs, NHS checks, and flu vaccination.
* An award-winning culture recognised for putting people first, offering career growth and development opportunities.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering, Manufacturing, and Project Management
* Industries: Manufacturing
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