Project Manager - Engineering and Asset Management in Carlisle

Job Description About the jobWe are looking for a Project Engineering Manager to join our team at Bendalls Carlisle. Reporting to the Project Engineering Director, you will lead the day-to-day delivery of the engineering function across multiple, complex projects, managing the performance of the engineering team and directing design, development, and production activity from concept through to delivery. We welcome applications from experienced engineering leaders with a strong technical background and a proven track record of managing multidisciplinary teams. The CompanyBendalls Engineering is a long-established UK engineering company with a heritage dating back to 1894, based in Carlisle, Cumbria. Our business has built an enviable reputation for delivering bespoke, high-integrity engineering solutions into some of the worlds most safety-critical and hazardous environments. Our company operates across the nuclear, defence, oil & gas, and renewable energy industries, providing expert fabrication, welding, machining, and advanced process equipment production. With a strong focus on people, continuous improvement, and long-term partnerships, we offer a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where employees play a key role in shaping the future of sustainable engineering solutions. Hours of WorkMonday to Friday - 40 hours per week with option of an early finish FridayKey responsibilitiesDirectly manage and lead the engineering team, ensuring effective team-wide coordination and performance in support of delivery. Provide day-to-day people management for the engineering team, including onboarding, one-to-ones, absence, appraisals, and performance management. Cascade team and individual objectives and KPIs, tracking performance and escalating where targets are at risk. Lead the end-to-end delivery of engineering work across complex projects, from initiation to successful completion against schedule, budget, and quality benchmarks. Balance and flex engineering resource across concurrent projects in line with agreed priorities as project volume grows. Manage engineering activity within agreed budgets and resource plans, forecasting and monitoring costs and providing analysis to Project Managers and the Project Engineering Director. Provide engineering cost and resource input into commercial bids and project estimates. Implement and embed engineering processes, workflows, and standards, ensuring consistent application across all projects. Ensure consistent application of engineering standards and protocols, such as ISO 19650, LOLER, PUWER, and CDM Regulations, across all projects. Degree or HND in an Engineering discipline, or equivalent industry experience. Proven experience managing and leading a multidisciplinary engineering team, including day-to-day line management, performance management, and development of team members. Strong technical expertise in engineering principles, design, and execution. Proven success in leading the delivery of complex engineering projects within budget and time constraints. Experience of working to and embedding established engineering processes, standards, and governance across concurrent projects. Be part of a well-established, respected engineering business with a strong reputation and a clear focus on the future. Work in a collaborative, supportive environment that values ideas, continuous improvement, and professional development. Make a genuine impact on the growth and delivery of our engineering function. In this role you will receive excellent pension contributions and life insurance. You will receive 25 days annual leave plus public holidays. Employees may also be eligible to participate in a salary sacrifice cycle, technology and car scheme and a Employ Stock Purchase Plan. To help you with everyday healthcare needs you will also be provided with a health cash plan. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice on our website. Bendalls Engineering Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief.