Manufacturing Systems Project Manager - Glasgow
12‑Month Contract | Inside IR35 | £550–£700 per day
Glasgow based | Hybrid (approx. 2 days onsite per week)
An opportunity to play a lead role in the greenfield build of a world‑class manufacturing facility that will become the global blueprint for future operations.
This contract role will sit at the heart of a major manufacturing transformation programme, responsible for delivering the core manufacturing systems landscape under a tight timeframe while ensuring scalability for future smart‑manufacturing capabilities.
The Role
You will lead the delivery of ERP, MES and PLM systems for a newly established manufacturing site, working in parallel with physical site build activity. The focus is on what is critical for day‑one operations, not over‑engineering — with architecture designed to evolve over time.
The ERP platform is fixed (Infor), and the programme is currently partnered with a leading global consultancy, moving into vendor selection and multi‑vendor delivery. You will act as the central point between partners, vendors, internal technical teams and global stakeholders.
This is a hands‑on manufacturing systems delivery role, not a pure IT PM position.
Key Responsibilities
* Own end‑to‑end delivery of manufacturing systems across ERP, MES and PLM
* Lead vendor selection, engagement and multi‑vendor delivery
* Partner closely with systems integrators and consulting teams
* Coordinate global delivery teams across the UK, India and Middle East
* Drive delivery under aggressive timelines, prioritising MVP for go‑live
* Manage risk, dependencies and complex system integration
* Lead and support significant change management in a manufacturing environment
* Act as a pragmatic counterbalance to “gold‑plated” solutions
About You
* Proven experience delivering manufacturing systems (ERP / MES / PLM)
* Background in manufacturing, industrial, or engineering environments
* Experience with greenfield sites or major plant start‑ups highly desirable
* Comfortable working within fixed ERP guardrails
* Strong vendor and integrator management experience
* Confident operating in global, offshore delivery models
* Pragmatic, delivery‑focused, and comfortable challenging partners and stakeholders
Contract Details
* Duration: 12 months
* IR35: Inside IR35
* Rate: £550–£700 per day (dependent on experience)
* Location: Glasgow based, hybrid working with approx. 2 days per week onsite
This role would suit an experienced Manufacturing Systems Project Manager who thrives in high‑pressure, build‑from‑scratch environments and wants to leave a long‑term legacy rather than deliver incremental change.