Engineering Project Manager

E3recruitment; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to manage major capital projects valued between £250k and £3m. This role offers a competitive day rate of up to £400 and a flexible hybrid working model. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in delivering CAPEX projects and the ability to lead multiple projects efficiently. If interested, apply now!

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Flexible hybrid working model

Genuine route to permanent employment

Qualifications

• Proven background in delivering CAPEX projects within manufacturing or process-led industries.
• Strong track record in automated, heavy industrial, or process environments.
• Ability to lead multiple projects concurrently with strong governance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver multiple capital engineering projects simultaneously.
• Manage all stages of the lifecycle, from concept through to commissioning.
• Engage with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders.

Skills

Project governance

Risk management

Strong leadership

Compliance with safety regulations

Education

HND or Degree in mechanical, electrical, process, or chemical engineering

Job description

Are you an Engineering Project Manager looking for the chance to manage major engineering capital projects (£250k-£3m) with a global blue-chip manufacturer? This role offers hybrid working, a day rate of up to £400, and the opportunity to transition to a permanent position for the right candidate. You’ll take ownership of multiple capital engineering projects from inception through to commissioning, in fast-paced and highly automated industrial environments.

What’s on Offer as an Engineering Project Manager

• Competitive day rate £350-£400 outside IR35 or PAYE equivalent.
• Flexible hybrid/home working model.
• Work with a leading international manufacturing business.
• Manage high-value projects across automation, process, and heavy industry.
• Genuine route to permanent employment if desired.

The Opportunity as Engineering Project Manager

We’re recruiting for an experienced Engineering Project Manager to deliver several concurrent CAPEX engineering projects across the East and West Midlands. Projects typically range in value from £250k to £3 million and cover the full lifecycle, including the RFT, design, installation, and commissioning phases.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality, while maintaining compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities of Engineering Project Manager

• Deliver multiple capital engineering projects simultaneously.
• Manage all stages of the lifecycle, from concept through to commissioning.
• Support and lead RFT, design, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Engage with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Apply strong project governance, reporting, risk management, and fiscal controls
• Ensure compliance with safety and CDM regulations (experience desirable).

Skills & Experience Required as an Engineering Project Manager

• Proven background in delivering CAPEX projects within manufacturing or process-led industries.
• HND, HND or Degree qualified in mechanical, electrical, process, or chemical engineering.
• Strong track record in automated, heavy industrial, or process environments.
• Ability to lead multiple projects concurrently with strong governance.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations is desirable.

If of interest, please apply now!