*Project Manager - Engineering Projects*Colchester, Essex | Up to £50k per annumIf you’re already running engineering projects but feel like you’re constantly chasing updates, dealing with unclear ownership, or firefighting delivery issues, this could be a step up.This role sits within a growing engineering business delivering complex mechanical systems into industrial environments across the UK. The work is project-led, customer-facing and technically detailed.*What you’ll be doing*You’ll take ownership of projects from initial handover through to final delivery.That means:* Managing projects end to end* Acting as the main point of contact for customers and suppliers* Building and managing project plans, timelines and resources* Running project reviews and reporting progress internally* Managing risk, changes and delivery challenges* Working closely with engineering teams to keep projects movingThis is not a coordination role. You are responsible for delivery.*What’s different*You’ll be working in a business where:* Projects are properly scoped and handed over* Engineering and project teams work closely together* There is a steady pipeline of technically interesting work* You have the autonomy to run your projects properlyThere is also some international exposure as part of the wider group.*What they’re looking for*This suits someone who is already delivering projects in an engineering environment.Typically:* Mechanical or industrial engineering background* Experience managing projects from start to finish* Comfortable dealing with customers and suppliers* Able to plan, organise and drive delivery* Confident taking ownershipProject Engineers stepping up into a Project Manager role will also be considered if you are already running projects in practice.*Why move?*You’ll get:* More ownership of projects* A clearer structure around delivery* Exposure to technically complex systems* A role where project management is taken seriously*Next step*If you’re already in a Project Engineer or Project Manager role and want something more structured, apply or get in touch for more detail.Job Type: Full-timePay: Up to £50,000.00 per yearBenefits:* Company events* Company pension* Health & wellbeing programme* On-site parkingAbility to commute/relocate:* Colchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Experience:* Mechanical engineering: 1 year (required)Work authorisation:* United Kingdom (required)Work Location: In person