Engineering Project Manager

KinTec Recruitment Ltd; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Project Engineering Lead to manage engineering activities and mentor a high-performing team in Sheffield. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Engineering and over 10 years of experience in industrial environments with proven leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary package including car allowance and bonuses.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Car allowance

Bonus

Pension

Holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in project or industrial engineering environments.
• Chartered Engineer status preferred.
• Track record of delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all project engineering activities.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing engineering team.
• Manage resource allocation and project prioritisation.

Skills

Proactive results-driven approach

Excellent communication

Team leadership

Knowledge of industry regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical)

Job description

Job Title: Project Engineering Lead
Location: Sheffield, UK
Contract Type: Hybrid, Permanent
Salary & Benefits: Competitive package including car allowance, bonus, pension, and holiday entitlement
Sector: Chemical Manufacturing, Steel, Renewables, Nuclear

Role Summary:
Lead and coordinate all project engineering activities to ensure compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and critical deadlines. Mentor and develop a high-performing engineering team, encouraging collaboration and continuous improvement. Manage resource allocation, project prioritisation, and workload to optimise delivery and team performance. Provide technical and leadership guidance to resolve engineering challenges promptly. Ensure project designs and deliverables meet client and internal stakeholder expectations, focusing on customer satisfaction and competitive engineering solutions. Monitor progress and performance through project management tools and KPIs to maintain accountability and alignment with business goals.

Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical preferred)

• 10+ years’ experience in project or industrial engineering environments

• Chartered Engineer status preferred

• Proven leadership experience managing project engineering teams in construction, manufacturing, or industrial sectors

• Strong knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and safety protocols

• Track record of delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines

• Proactive, results-driven, with excellent communication and transparent reporting skills