Project Manager in Bedford

Project Manager
Bedford, Bedfordshire – office based with site visits
Up to £55,000, depending on experience
Permanent | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 25 days' holiday | Bonus | Pension
Project Manager Benefits
25 days holiday per year, with 2–4 days reserved for Christmas shutdown
Discretionary bonus
Pension scheme, with salary sacrifice option after 3 months and company-matched contributions
Family-run business with a supportive culture
Working hours: 8:30 – 17:00
About the Company
This established Bedford-based manufacturer designs, manufactures and installs specialist security products for the UK construction industry. Its products include ballistic, blast-resistant and healthcare doors, walls, windows and louvres, used across government, healthcare and critical-infrastructure projects.
The business has a stable team, a practical management style and a supportive working environment. Continued growth has created an opportunity for a Project Manager to join the Bedford office and manage specialist manufacturing and installation projects from handover through to completion.
Project Manager Role
This is mainly an office-based role in Bedford, with regular site visits to check progress, attend meetings and deal with any issues. As Project Manager, you will take responsibility for projects once they have been secured, coordinating design, manufacture, delivery and installation through to final handover. You will keep programmes on track, manage costs and maintain clear communication with clients, site teams, suppliers and internal departments.
Project Manager Responsibilities
· Manage specialist manufacturing and installation projects from order through to completion
· Review contracts, drawings, specifications and project requirements
· Prepare and maintain project programmes, budgets and progress records
· Coordinate design, procurement, production, delivery and installation
· Liaise with clients, main contractors, suppliers, subcontract...