Technical Project Manager in Kent

Technical Project Manager in Kent

Kent Full-Time 56059 - 68517 Β£ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Parkside Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead exciting engineering projects from concept to production in a dynamic environment.
  • Company: Join a market-leading engineering firm focused on innovative safety technology solutions.
  • Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Great chance for career advancement in a supportive and innovative workplace.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by managing cutting-edge projects and collaborating with diverse teams.
  • Qualifications: Experience in project management within technical or engineering fields is essential.

The predicted salary is between 56059 - 68517 Β£ per year.

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager with a strong technical or engineering background, looking to take ownership of complex New Product Introduction (NPI) projects within an innovative manufacturing environment. Our client is a market-leading engineering organisation that designs and delivers innovative safety technology solutions for commercial vehicles and mobile machinery. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Technical Project Manager to support the successful delivery of engineering projects from concept through to production.

The Role

As Technical Project Manager, you will play a key role in managing NPI projects, developing project management processes, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and to the required quality standards. Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing end-to-end engineering and NPI projects
  • Developing and maintaining project plans, documentation and reporting
  • Coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams and stakeholders
  • Supporting product development, lifecycle management and process improvements
  • Managing project risks, changes, timelines and delivery challenges
  • Building strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal teams
  • Driving improvements in project delivery methodologies

About You

You will be an experienced Project Manager with a background in a technical, engineering or manufacturing environment. You will ideally have:

  • Proven experience managing engineering projects or NPI programmes
  • Experience working with multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Strong understanding of product development and lifecycle management
  • Experience working with OEM or Tier 1 customers
  • Formal project management training (PRINCE2, APM or similar)
  • Technical qualification (HNC/HND, engineering/science discipline or equivalent)
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • A proactive approach with excellent organisational skills

This is an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager who enjoys working closely with engineering teams, customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality products and continuous improvement. For more information, please apply with your CV today.

Technical Project Manager in Kent employer: Parkside Recruitment

Parkside Recruitment is an excellent employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive and dynamic work culture in Ruislip. With opportunities for professional growth and development, the company encourages a proactive approach to work, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered. The unique blend of a fast-paced environment and a focus on employee well-being makes it a rewarding place to build your career.

Parkside Recruitment

Contact Details:

Parkside Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Technical Project Manager in Kent

Project Management
New Product Introduction (NPI)
Engineering Background
Technical Qualification (HNC/HND, engineering/science discipline or equivalent)
Stakeholder Management
Communication Skills
Organisational Skills