Engineering Project Manager

Progressive Recruitment; Halesowen; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Halesowen is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to oversee complex projects across regulated sectors. The role involves leading project lifecycles, managing budgets, and serving as the main client contact. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering and experience in capital projects. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £50k and global travel opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Global travel opportunities

Career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing capital projects in regulated industries.
• Confident in client-facing roles and leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong commercial and budget management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycles including design, procurement, installation, and commissioning.
• Manage global projects across regulated sectors such as oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and nuclear.
• Drive financial performance and reporting.

Skills

Budget management

Client communication

Leadership

Proficiency in project management tools

Education

Degree or HNC or HND in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Job description

Overview

Engineering Project Manager

Location: Halesowen

Salary: Up to £50k plus package

Global travel required (Europe & North America)

Are you ready to lead complex engineering projects across the globe?

Join a fast-growing Capital Process and Machinery Engineering Consultancy at the forefront of innovation. With a strong project pipeline extending into 2027 and beyond, we are seeking a high-impact Engineering Project Manager to oversee the design and delivery of advanced systems for regulated industries.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Head of Project Management, you will take full ownership of capital projects from contract award through to commissioning. You will act as the key liaison between clients and internal teams, managing budgets, subcontractors, and multi-disciplinary teams across multiple high-value projects ranging from five hundred thousand to forty million pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycles including design, procurement, installation, and commissioning
• Manage global projects across regulated sectors such as oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and nuclear
• Serve as the primary customer contact, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification
• Oversee subcontractor activities and procurement processes
• Drive financial performance and reporting
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, and automation disciplines

Candidate Profile

• Degree or HNC or HND in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or similar)
• Proven experience managing capital projects in regulated industries
• Strong commercial and budget management skills
• Confident in client-facing roles and leading multi-disciplinary teams
• Proficient with project tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera and able to read CAD drawings
• Solid understanding of engineering principles including:
  • Structural steel fabrication, welding, inspection, and testing
  • Machinery safety standards and directives
  • ATEX zone and equipment selection
  • Combustion and gas systems
  • Hydraulics and pneumatics
  • Piped water, hydrogen, and gas systems
  • Fans and electrical panel build
  • PLC automation systems

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of up to £50k + Package
• Global travel opportunities (including Europe & North America)
• Career progression in a growing and future-focused business

Location

This role is based in Halesowen and is commutable from Birmingham, Dudley, Wolverhampton, Kidderminster, Stourbridge, Halesowen & surrounding areas.