Are you a technically minded Project Manager with a passion for delivering complex installations on time and on budget?
Do you thrive in fast-paced, client-focused environments?
Are you looking for a role that offers real responsibility and autonomy across high-value engineering projects?
Our client is a leading custom design and manufacturer in their field, selling their products to a wide range of clients across the UK & Ireland. Due to continued growth and an expanding project pipeline, they are seeking an experienced
Project Manager to join their dynamic team. This is a client-facing, hands-on role overseeing the execution phase of projects from equipment replacement to full installations. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you ll take the reins post-sale and drive each project to successful completion, balancing technical excellence with strong commercial awareness.
Key Responsibilities: - Take over project files following client order confirmation.
- Analyse commercial proposals and technical specifications to validate feasibility.
- Organise and lead internal/external project coordination meetings.
- Monitor project budgets in detail using Microsoft Dynamics AX, ensuring profit margins are protected.
- Conduct on-site surveys and update technical layouts with AutoCAD.
- Build and manage detailed timelines using MS Project, accounting for production lead times and client site readiness.
- Verify and validate equipment orders with international manufacturing sites.
- Liaise directly with clients, subcontractors, and internal departments to ensure flawless execution.
- Supervise all operations on-site, ensuring safe, timely delivery and installation.
- Negotiate change orders and contractual amendments in alignment with the Sales Manager.
- Carry the project through to final acceptance and client handover.
Key Skills & Experience: - Degree or higher technical qualification in Mechanical or General Engineering (HND, BEng or equivalent).
- Strong, demonstrable experience managing technical installations/projects.
- Proficient in AutoCAD and experienced in interpreting and modifying technical drawings.
- Commercially astute with proven ability to manage costs and project profitability.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills comfortable leading multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
- Fluent in project scheduling tools (MS Project or similar).
- Client-facing, solution-oriented mindset with a professional approach.
- Willingness to travel frequently across the UK & Ireland.
- Full UK driving licence essential.
Additional Information: - Please note the Head Office is based in Banbury, but the role covers the entire UK.
- Travel expenses covered; company vehicle provided.
- Monday Friday working week with flexibility required.
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
- Competitive salary + benefits + bonus scheme.
To express interest in this promising role, kindly forward your latest CV, detailing your present or most recent remuneration package and any notice period you might have. For a discreet, detailed discussion about the role, you can reach out to
Shanelle Bowyer at
(phone number removed). Alternatively, connect with me on LinkedIn via the following link: (url removed)/