Company description:
Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.
GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees globally, across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career.
Job description:
Job Summary Its great to know youre making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play youll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers. Based at our Luton manufacturing plant youll do just that. Established in 1993, GKN Aerospace in Luton is a world leader in commercial and military ice protection systems and transparencies. Offering a full range of capabilities; design, analysis, testing, certification and manufacture of electro-thermal ice protection, military fast jet canopies and flight deck windows to over 20 programmes including: Boeing 787, Dreamliner, Airbus A320, AgustaWestland, AW101, Eurofighter Typhoon and Lockheed, Martin F-22 Raptor. Our customers include Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Bell Helicopters, Textron, BAE Systems, Pratt & Whitney, Leonardo. Our Luton site is home to 370+ employees and onsite facilities including onsite parking, food hub and vending machines.
Were looking for a Facilities Project Manager to join us at our Luton manufacturing facility - where innovation meets legacy. Since 1993, our Luton facility has been at the forefront of aerospace technology, proudly leading the way in commercial and military ice protection systems and transparencies. With a rich heritage and a reputation for excellence, were now entering an exciting new chapter of transformation.
Were investing in the future - reimagining our workspace, upgrading equipment, and optimising our operations to meet growing demand and drive innovation.As Facilities Project Manager youll play a pivotal role in this journey. Youll be responsible for planning and delivering high-performing workspaces, facilities, and equipment that boost capacity, enhance reliability, and keep operations running smoothly - all while ensuring cost efficiency and mitigating the impact on production schedules.
This position is a 2 year Fixed-term contract.
Job Responsibilities Exemplifying a safety-first mindset and ensuring compliance to the GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards and maintain regulatory compliance.
Lead capital projects, coordinating internal and external resources as required
Work In collaboration with business partners to capture their workspace, facilities (building) and equipment requirements.
Plan, design and oversee the configuration of buildings, structures and machines
Gather and review data concerning facility or equipment specifications, company or government restrictions, required completion date, and construction feasibility.
Coordinates with architect, engineering firms and equipment suppliers in developing design criteria and preparing layout and detail drawings.
In collaboration with procurement, prepares and submits request for quotation to applicable suppliers
Reviews bid responses to ensure supplier proposal meets GKN requirements, and delivers best value to GKN.
Review and estimate design costs including equipment, installation, labour, materials, preparation, and other related costs.
Contracts for construction, facilities, equipment and machine acquisitions in collaboration with Procurement
Inspect or direct the inspection of construction installation progress to ensure conformance to established drawings, specification, and schedules.
Support the creation of business case and other documents as required by the Capex approval process
Profile description:
What You'll Bring To help us make a difference, youll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:
Essential:
Demonstrable experience in a Facility Project Manager role, preferably within a manufacturing environment
Construction and/or Mechanical/electrical background required
Experience in planning and estimating construction projects and equipment acquisition
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; influencing a range of internal and external stakeholders
Strong computer skills in Microsoft office suite
Fluent in Building standards
Able to read technical construction drawings
Proven structured Problem Solving experience
Desirable:
Professional qualification in an Engineering discipline
Experience working with manufacturing organisations conducting ongoing production
Creation of CAD layouts of manufacturing facilities
Building/equipment construction experience in the Aerospace industry
A passion for the Aerospace industry
Note: Some GKN programmes are subject to regulatory restrictions which may impact certain nationalities. As part of the application process you will be asked to declare when applying for this role.
We offer:
What We'll Offer Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits:
Competitive salary dependent on experience
The opportunity to earn up to 22.5% bonus
Car allowance £5,500 per annum
Industry Leading Pension Scheme = well match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis
Life Assurance 8 x salary
185 hours holiday + bank holidays
Income protection
Shopping discounts
Cycle To Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family
Free onsite parking
Local gym discount
50% off local travel card
Free airport Dart
Free airport parking
Discount with local nursery and preschool childcare setting
Enhanced family friendly leave
A collaborative, dynamic working environment
As well as a competitive package well offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly! Well support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. Thats the beauty of being part of a global business, once youre on board you never know where you career journey may take you!
Join us and keep the world moving click on the link below to apply
A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working
Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its a culture that won us The Best Workplace Culture Award. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.
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