Engineering Project Manager

Derby

Location
Derby
Job type
Permanent
Posted

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Engineering Project Manager to join a market-leading, internationally listed PLC manufacturing organisation.

The position has a basic salary of up to £70,000 (dependent on experience) and will lead the delivery of multi-million-pound CAPEX projects for machinery installation and production line commissioning.

As Engineering Project Manager, you will lead complex capital projects from initial scope and specification, through to installation, commissioning and handover, working with the management of a range of sites across the business to safely and successfully complete projects and maximise the benefit to the business of the investments.

What's in it for you as Engineering Project Manager?

Up to £70,000 basic salary dependent on experience
Company car or car allowance
Annual performance-related bonus of up to 18%
Private healthcare
Company pension up to 10% if you contribute 6%
Permanent position with a market-leading manufacturing organisation
Major ongoing investment across UK manufacturing operations.Responsibilities of Engineering Project Manager

Leading multi-million-pound engineering and CAPEX projects
Managing installation and commissioning of new machinery and production lines
Coordinating contractors, suppliers and engineering partners
Managing contractors on site
Managing project programmes, budgets, resources and risks
Ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations and site safety requirements
Developing technical specifications and managing equipment suppliers
Reporting project progress, expenditure and key milestones to senior stakeholders.
About You as Engineering Project Manager:

Previous experience of large projects (£1m+) within an industrial environment, preferably within FMCG, Automotive or Heavy industry
Experience of machinery installation and commissioning
Demonstrable strong drive to meet targets and move projects forwards in challenging circumstances
Experienced in preparing and implementing project plans across business segments
Ability to produce executive reports to demonstrate project progress and advise on pinch points
Strong contractor and supplier management experience
Good working knowledge of CDM Regulations
Degree/Equivalent in relevant discipline or Apprentice trained with an HNC/Degree qualification/Time served
NEBOSH or alternative qualification or experience of CDM regulations
Please apply now for further information and a confidential discussion

Benefits

Dependent on Experience

Advert last confirmed live on 14 November 2026 · Partner reference 225821684