Contract Engineering Project Manager – Manufacturing

Orion Electrotech; Cannock; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Electrotech is seeking an experienced Contract Project Manager to lead complex manufacturing and engineering projects. You will manage cross-functional teams across manufacturing, engineering/R&D, and quality to ensure milestones and gates are met while maintaining budget and performance targets.

The role requires a technical background in engineering or R&D, strong influencing and presentation skills, and proficiency with MS Project.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex manufacturing projects.
• High-visibility role with strong presenting skills.
• Technical background in engineering or R&D.
• Experience in engineering sector project management.
• Proficiency with MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple concurrent projects across manufacturing and engineering/R&D.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (manufacturing, supply chain, quality).
• Manage budgets, milestones, and performance targets.
• Ensure safety, reliability, and procedural adherence.
• Report to stakeholders and maintain gates milestones.

Skills

Project management

Engineering background

Influencing skills

Tools

MS Project

APMP

Job description

Orion Electrotech is seeking an experienced Contract Project Manager to lead complex manufacturing and engineering projects. You will manage cross-functional teams across manufacturing, engineering/R&D, and quality to ensure milestones and gates are met while maintaining budget and performance targets.

The role requires a technical background in engineering or R&D, strong influencing and presentation skills, and proficiency with MS Project.