Senior Project Manager (Manufacturing)

Senior Project Manager (Manufacturing)

Full-Time 54000 - 66000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Entech Technical Solutions

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead complex projects in manufacturing, from design to delivery of advanced systems.
  • Company: Dynamic manufacturing company based in Somerset with a focus on innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary up to £63K, hybrid work model, and comprehensive benefits.
  • Other info: Opportunity to mentor others and grow in a supportive environment.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by managing cutting-edge electro-mechanical projects.
  • Qualifications: Experience in project management, technical programmes, and a relevant degree.

The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.

A manufacturing company in Somerset has a requirement for a Senior Project Manager who has experience of managing the delivery of complex Electro-Mechanical Products/Systems from concept design and development through to production and delivery.

These products have advanced Control Systems / Software.

Because this person is coming in as the Primary Delivery Lead, applicants must have: Significant experience of managing complex technical programmes or projects spanning multiple phases/years to time, spec, and cost and have experience in managing projects with software content.

A degree in a suitable Technical/Engineering/Science discipline.

A recognised Project or Programme Management Qualification (e. g.

APM PMQ, Prince2), or equivalent experience.

Demonstrated experience of influencing and managing across global teams.

Excellent influencing and negotiation skills at multiple organisational levels.

Proven ability to analyse complex programme requirements and generate a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) as part of high-level programme definition.

Experience of project planning tools (such as Microsoft Project), processes and methodologies.

Experience of RAID logs (Risk, Actions, Issues and Decisions).

Ability to set the standard and hold people accountable to deliver.

Proven Leadership skills and willingness to take ownership and control of a situation and bring people with them even though they may not functionally report to them.

Responsibilities Deliver assigned projects in alignment with programme objectives, portfolio priorities, and company governance.

Project complexity may include platform development, first of kind technologies, multi-site projects, and/or high-risk/strategic developments.

Act as the primary delivery lead for project scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality.

Translate programme direction and requirements into executable project plans and Work Breakdown Structures.

Manage day-to-day execution of cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliverables.

Maintain and manage RAID (Risks, Actions, Issues, Decisions), ensuring timely mitigation and escalation to Programme Manager.

Provide clear, consistent, and accurate project reporting into programme governance forums.

Manage project-level change control in line with programme governance and ensure alignment to evolving requirements.

Identify and communicate resource needs, constraints, and impacts, escalating conflicts to the Programme Manager.

Lead, mentor project managers and associate project managers.

Support and provide coaching on best practices within project management.

Salary is up to £63K, plus benefits Hybrid – Working onsite 3 days per week in Clevedon (Somerset), and 2 days working from home.

Senior Project Manager (Manufacturing) employer: Entech Technical Solutions

Join our precision engineering team in Woking, where we prioritise employee growth and development through comprehensive training opportunities and a supportive work culture. As a Machinist, you'll enjoy competitive pay rates, overtime benefits, and a private pension scheme, all while working in a collaborative environment that values your skills and contributions to producing high-quality components.

Entech Technical Solutions

Contact Details:

Entech Technical Solutions Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Project Manager (Manufacturing)

Project Management
Electro-Mechanical Systems
Control Systems
Software Project Management
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
Project Planning Tools (e.g. Microsoft Project)
RAID Logs (Risk, Actions, Issues, Decisions)