Senior Project Manager
Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Benefits
A leading engineering manufacturer is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their growing team in West Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of technically challenging, high-value projects within acoustic containers, bespoke enclosures, and wider air management systems.
This role offers genuine scope for career progression - including a defined pathway into team leadership and departmental management.
The Role
As Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of multiple projects - from order receipt through design, manufacture, delivery, installation, and commissioning. You will act as the key interface between customers, engineers, and site teams, ensuring every project meets strict standards of quality, safety, and profitability.
Following your induction, you will progress to lead a team of three Project Managers and one Apprentice, mentoring, supporting, and driving best practice across the department.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end delivery of projects involving acoustic enclosures, containers, and related air management products.
Develop detailed project programmes and chair progress meetings with clients and stakeholders.
Oversee site surveys, risk assessments, and method statements.
Control budgets, schedules, and resource allocation, producing accurate reports and valuations.
Coordinate internal design, production, and installation teams, as well as subcontractors.
Lead post-project reviews, capturing lessons learned and promoting continuous improvement.
About You
Proven project management experience within manufacturing or engineering, ideally involving acoustic enclosures, containers, or similar bespoke fabrications.
Experience mentoring or managing project teams.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a customer-focused approach.
Strong organisational ability and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
Willingness to travel for client meetings and UK site visits.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience)
Company pension and healthcare package
Annual bonus
25+ days holiday plus bank holidays
Ongoing professional development and a clear route into leadership
If you're ready to take the next step in your project management career within a market-leading engineering business, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply - or to discuss other Project Management roles in engineering or acoustics - please contact Abi King at Penguin Recruitment.
Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this permanent position