Regional Projects Engineering Manager (Temp) – £350 - £500 Per Day + Bonus & Benefits
Location:
National (travel required, regular visits to Oxfordshire HQ)
Hours:
Monday to Friday, Days (flexible when required)
The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and people-focused
Regional Projects Manager
to lead and inspire a team of 10 Project Managers/Engineers. This role is centred on
man-management and leadership, not direct project delivery. You will ensure your team are organised, supported, and delivering projects on time, within agreed SLAs.
You will also act as the
key customer interface, balancing client expectations with project feasibility. A strong and diplomatic approach is essential – you'll need to manage requests for changes, clearly communicating impacts on timelines and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, manage and mentor a team of 10 Project Managers/Engineers
Drive organisation, motivation, and accountability across the team
Ensure projects are delivered effectively and within agreed timescales
Act as the main escalation point for customers, handling requests, add-ons, and changes
Challenge unrealistic expectations diplomatically while maintaining strong client relationships
Provide clear communication between customers and project delivery teams
Report on progress, risks, and performance to senior management
What We're Looking For
Proven
man-management and leadership experience
– supportive, motivational style
Strong background in
project management, ideally with regional/multi-site exposure
Excellent
client-facing skills
– able to manage expectations and negotiate effectively
Confident decision-maker, able to balance commercial and operational needs
Experience in engineering, manufacturing, automation, logistics, or related sectors is desirable
Flexible and able to travel as required (HQ visits once a week/fortnight)
What's on Offer
Competitive salary
£350 - £500 Per Day
10% bonus
(company-related)
Car or car allowance
Healthcare & pension scheme
28 days holiday
+ bank holidays
Genuine progression opportunities within a growing business
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