Director – Manufacturing Projects

Place North West; Manchester; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the UK is seeking a Director specialising in Manufacturing Projects to oversee major programmes and lead project teams. You will be responsible for business growth, client relationships, and delivering projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate has proven experience in manufacturing or industrial projects, excellent client management skills, and holds a relevant degree along with chartered status. This role offers flexible working and a clear pathway for progression.

Benefits

Flexible working

Clear progression pathway

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering major manufacturing, logistics, or industrial projects in the UK.
• Strong technical and commercial understanding of construction and programme delivery.
• Track record of leading multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Excellent client relationship management skills.
• Experience with NEC contracts and programme governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of large-scale manufacturing and industrial projects.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership across multiple project teams.
• Develop and maintain trusted client relationships at a senior level.
• Oversee programme performance in terms of cost, schedule, quality, and risk.
• Drive innovation and promote best practice in project management.

Skills

Client relationship management

Strategic planning

Leadership

Project management

Innovation promotion

Education

Degree in technical, engineering, or project management discipline

Chartered status (RICS, ICE, APM, CIOB, or equivalent)

Job description

VACANCY REF: CK3459366

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced Director to join a leading consultancy recognised for delivering exceptional results across complex, high-value manufacturing and industrial projects.

This firm partners with major blue-chip clients and government organisations to deliver advanced manufacturing, logistics, and industrial facilities — projects that shape the future of production, technology, and sustainability in the UK. With growing demand across the sector, they are looking to appoint a strategic and commercially astute leader to strengthen their North West presence and drive project excellence across a diverse portfolio.

The Opportunity

As a Director specialising in Manufacturing Projects, you’ll lead major programmes and oversee project teams delivering world-class facilities for clients across the advanced manufacturing, automotive, logistics, and life sciences sectors. You’ll take responsibility for business growth, client relationships, and the successful delivery of projects from inception to completion — ensuring quality, innovation, and commercial success at every stage.

This is a strategic leadership position that combines delivery oversight with business development and people management. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to shape solutions that respond to the challenges of modern manufacturing — from automation and digital transformation to sustainability and energy resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of large-scale manufacturing and industrial projects across the UK
• Provide strategic direction, governance, and leadership across multiple project teams
• Develop and maintain trusted client relationships at a senior level, securing repeat business and new opportunities
• Oversee programme performance in terms of cost, schedule, quality, and risk
• Support business growth through strategic planning, bid leadership, and client engagement
• Drive innovation and promote best practice in project and programme management
• Mentor and develop senior project managers and associate-level colleagues
• Represent the business at industry events and within client forums, enhancing its market reputation

About You

You will be an established leader within the manufacturing or industrial built environment, capable of inspiring confidence and delivering results on complex, high-profile programmes.

Essential Experience

• Proven experience delivering major manufacturing, logistics, or industrial projects in the UK
• Strong technical and commercial understanding of construction and programme delivery
• Track record of leading multi-disciplinary project teams within a consultancy or client-side setting
• Excellent client relationship management skills with the ability to operate at board level
• Experience with NEC contracts and programme governance
• Degree qualified in a technical, engineering, or project management discipline
• Chartered status (RICS, ICE, APM, CIOB, or equivalent)
• Strategic mindset with strong commercial acumen and a collaborative leadership style
• Ability to travel nationally as required

Why Apply?

This is a career-defining opportunity to join a consultancy with a strong national footprint and an outstanding reputation for quality and innovation. You’ll lead some of the most exciting manufacturing projects in the UK, working with world-class clients and ambitious teams.

With flexible working, a clear progression pathway, and a culture that values expertise, collaboration, and integrity, this is an ideal role for an experienced Director seeking impact, influence, and long-term growth.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact Caroline Kingsley
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