Project Manager Banbury £450-£600 Daily About the Role We're seeking an experienced Project Manager (minimum 4 years in project management) within the material handling, intralogistics, or automation industries. This role focuses on modernization and upgrade projects, managing complex initiatives from initiation to completion-on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. You'll work closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for automated material handling systems, including installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting on live operational systems. Location: Banbury (travel to client sites required) Industry: Material Handling / Intralogistics / Automation Contract outside IR35* Key Responsibilities Project Leadership:Lead modernization and upgrade projects for existing automated systems across the UK, ensuring successful planning, execution, and delivery. Stakeholder Management:Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and internal teams, managing expectations, updates, and issues proactively. Technical Oversight:Work with engineering, software, and field service teams to define and execute technical project scopes effectively. Financial Management:Develop and manage project budgets, track costs, forecast financials, and report on profitability. Risk Management:Identify and mitigate risks to prevent delays and cost overruns. Team Coordination:Motivate and coordinate engineers, site managers, and subcontractors to achieve project goals. On-Site Expertise:Visit client sites for installations, oversee commissioning, and resolve operational issues as required. You will need: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field (Master's or PMP/Prince2 certification is a plus). At least 4 years of project management experience in material handling, intralogistics, or automation Understanding of automated material handling systems and warehouse automation. - Desirable Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to travel within the UK. Proficiency in project management software and tools.Interested? Don't miss this out and send the cv to Luana Ferreira on or call me on (phone number removed). Alternatively, apply to this advert! Proactive also offer a referral scheme for successful applicants - if you know anyone that could be suited to this position then please contact Proactive with their details and if they are placed by Proactive you will receive £250. *T&Cs apply* Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy