Engineering Project Manager

Silven Recruitment; Preston; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful food manufacturing company in Preston seeks an experienced Engineering Project Manager to lead diverse projects. The role involves managing project lifecycles to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years in project management within food manufacturing, a solid understanding of health and safety, and a proactive approach to workload management. The position offers development opportunities and exposure to new technologies.

Benefits

Opportunities for development

Exposure to new technologies

Variety in projects

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in project management within food or FMCG manufacturing.
• Able to manage large budgets with proven delivery on time.
• Experience in a fast-paced, complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering various engineering projects.
• Managing the full lifecycle of capital projects.
• Ensuring project delivery on time and budget.

Skills

Project management

Knowledge of CDM regulations

Health & safety management

Budget management

Proactive mindset

Education

Relevant project management qualification (APM, PRINCE2)

Job description

Overview

Engineering Project Manager – Preston

Salary: Up to £62,000 + Benefits

We're working with a successful food manufacturer in the north-west. Part of a wider group, they're continuing to invest heavily in their site and need an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver a wide range of engineering projects.

About the Role

This is a busy, challenging role offering plenty of variety. The business is in good shape - they're profitable, produce great products, and have a long-term project plan in place.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering projects of all shapes and sizes, from relatively small upgrades through to major Capex initiatives.
• Leading the full lifecycle of capital projects, from initial conception through to planning, budgeting, commissioning and handover.
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time and budget, and meet the operational needs of the business.
• Identifying areas for improvement and supporting CI initiatives.
• Working collaboratively with key stakeholders in Operations, NPD, Technical, and Engineering.
• Ensuring all work is carried out safely.

About You

We're looking for someone with a strong track record in successfully delivering a range of engineering projects in a food or FMCG manufacturing environment.

• At least 3-5 years' experience of project management experience.
• Demonstrable knowledge of CDM regulations and health & safety in an engineering or construction setting.
• Able to manage large budgets, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time.
• Proactive, results focused mindset, able to manage a busy workload in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Relevant project management qualification (APM, PRINCE2) would be ideal but is not essential.

Why Apply?

• You'll be joining a business offering plenty of opportunities for development and progression.
• Flag-ship site in the group, often at the forefront of new initiatives and technologies.
• Plenty of variety and a long-term plan in place for ongoing improvements.

If you'd like to find out more, apply today