Bespoke Car Build - Project Manager

ASI Recruitment Ltd; Cirencester, South Cerney; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist automotive builder in Cirencester is seeking an experienced Project Leader to manage complete vehicle builds from start to finish. This hands-on leadership role requires strong project management skills and a commitment to high-quality standards. You will coordinate teams, manage budgets, and ensure vehicles are delivered on time. Ideal candidates have experience in automotive restoration and a detail-oriented mindset, with the autonomy to run projects efficiently. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the automotive build or restoration sector.
• Strong project leadership skills with a quality-first mindset.
• Solid understanding of automotive systems (modern and/or classic).

Responsibilities

• Lead complete vehicle builds from strip-down to final sign-off.
• Coordinate workshop disciplines and specialist subcontractors.
• Own project timelines, budgets, and delivery milestones.

Skills

Project leadership

Quality control

Budget management

Automotive systems understanding

Team management

Job description

Project Leader – Specialist Automotive Builds (Confidential)

We’re working with a highly respected specialist automotive builder operating at the very top end of craftsmanship and detail. An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Leader to take full ownership of a vehicle build platform from start to finish.

This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who lives and breathes the build, understands how decisions affect quality, budget, and delivery, and takes pride in seeing a project delivered properly.

The Role

You’ll have end-to-end responsibility for a specific build programme, ensuring every vehicle is delivered to exacting standards, on time and to agreed specification. You’ll coordinate skilled in‑house teams and specialist suppliers, manage timelines and costs, and act as the guardian of quality throughout the process.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complete vehicle builds from strip‑down to final sign‑off
• Coordinate workshop disciplines and specialist subcontractors
• Own project timelines, budgets, and delivery milestones
• Maintain high standards of quality control at all critical build stages
• Manage and motivate a skilled build team, including planning, reviews, and development
• Monitor productivity, hours, and efficiency against targets
• Maintain clear documentation and build records
• Drive continuous improvement in build processes, tooling, and methods

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in the automotive build or restoration sector
• Strong project leadership skills with a quality‑first mindset
• Solid understanding of automotive systems (modern and/or classic)
• Confident managing budgets, suppliers, and internal resources
• Highly organised, calm under pressure, and detail‑focused
• Comfortable working with drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
• A natural leader who sets high standards and expects the same from others

Why Apply

This is a rare chance to join a true craftsmanship‑led environment, where design, detail, and driving experience genuinely matter. You’ll be trusted with significant responsibility and given the autonomy to run projects properly — not rushed, not compromised.