Overview
Project Manager - Engineering & Manufacturing
First Achieve Engineering are proudly supporting a leading UK-based manufacturer in their search for an experienced Project Manager. With a strong heritage and global reach, this organisation supplies high-integrity equipment across industries including Oil & Gas, Power Generation, Nuclear, and Water. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering complex engineering projects within a world-class manufacturing environment.
The Role
As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of engineering projects - ensuring they are delivered on time, on budget, and in line with customer expectations. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage risks, and drive operational excellence while supporting continuous improvement across the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a portfolio of projects, monitoring progress, budgets, and risks while coordinating internal teams, supply chains, and subcontractors.
* Track project performance against plans, taking corrective action where necessary to meet delivery and margin expectations.
* Identify and mitigate risks while capitalising on opportunities to improve outcomes.
* Provide regular status updates and support formal reviews in line with milestone schedules.
* Lead post-project reviews and share lessons learned to improve future performance.
* Contribute to the development of standardised project management tools and processes.
* Support bid activities by evaluating compliance, risks, and delivery requirements, establishing frameworks for execution.
* Ensure all projects meet client specifications and industry standards.
About You
* Degree, Higher National Qualification, or Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering, Project Management, or equivalent experience.
* 5+ years' project management experience in a manufacturing/engineering environment.
* UK Passport holder (dual nationality permitted, primary nationality must be British).
* Strong knowledge of project and risk management principles.
* Commercially aware with sound decision-making skills.
* Confident communicator with the ability to engage at all levels.
* Proactive, motivated, and collaborative.
* Ideally PRINCE2 Practitioner, APM PMQ, or equivalent certification.
* All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
What's in it for you?
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Flexible working options & hybrid working (role dependent)
* Excellent training and career development opportunities
* Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase more
* Contributory pension scheme with life assurance
* Reward and recognition schemes
* Health cash plan (optical, dental, etc.), Virtual GP & Employee Assistance Programme
* Cycle-to-work scheme
* Employee discounts across high street & online retailers
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