Engineering Project Manager
Location: Ruskington
We’re looking for an experienced Engineering Project Manager to join our site team, driving capital investment and continuous improvement across the factory. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of key projects, make a real impact, and help deliver operational excellence.
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What you’ll be doing
* Lead the delivery of site capital plans to support performance and profitability targets
* Specify, cost and manage engineering projects from concept through to handover
* Deliver projects on time, within budget and with zero harm
* Manage suppliers and contractors across all project phases including tender, build, installation and commissioning
* Ensure all projects are delivered in line with governance and company procedures
* Drive continuous improvement across people, processes and systems
* Produce and maintain site layouts and support capital approvals through internal systems (AFETS/SAP)
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Technical, HSE, Hygiene and NPD
* Identify new technologies and innovations to improve production efficiency
* Develop strong business cases and payback justifications for investment
* Support wider engineering activities and non-capital projects where required
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What we’re looking for
Essential
* Level 5 qualification in an Engineering discipline
* Proven experience managing capital projects in a manufacturing environment
* Strong knowledge of continuous food production processes and factory services
* Experience managing contractors, budgets and project delivery
* AutoCAD experience
* CDM knowledge and strong understanding of Health & Safety
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Commercial awareness with budget management experience
* High level of IT literacy
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable
* FMCG or food manufacturing experience
* People management experience
* SMSTS qualification
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Why join us?
* Work on high-impact projects with real visibility
* Opportunities to drive innovation and continuous improvement
* Collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment
* Be part of a business where people and progress matter