Engineering Projects Manager

ZipRecruiter; March; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a results-driven Engineering Projects Manager to lead critical engineering projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role involves overseeing project planning, execution, and compliance with safety standards while driving innovation and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering project management, particularly within food manufacturing, and possess excellent stakeholder management skills. Join a company that values continuous improvement and offers a supportive work culture, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the organization's growth and success.

Benefits

31 Days holiday per year

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Cinema and Sky Store discounts

Supermarket & other retailer discounts

Health Cash Plan

Life assurance & income protection

Employee referral scheme

Cycle to Work

Learning, development, and training opportunities

Regular wellbeing sessions

Qualifications

• Proven experience in engineering project management within food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of capital project management and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver engineering projects on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with teams to minimize disruption and ensure compliance.

Skills

Engineering Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Budgeting and Cost Control

Compliance Knowledge

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Project Engineering Qualification

Tools

CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management Systems)

Job description

Job Description

Are you a results-driven Engineering Projects Manager with a passion for delivering capital and improvement projects that enhance operational efficiency? Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where innovation, compliance, and continuous improvement are key? If so, we want to hear from you!

Be at the forefront of engineering innovation and site development as our new Engineering Projects Manager, leading the way in our Engineering Innovation & driving Capital Projects forward.

About the Role

As our Engineering Projects Manager, you will be responsible for leading and delivering critical engineering projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and operational standards. Working closely with internal teams and external contractors, you will drive efficiency, innovation, and long-term site development to support business growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning, managing, and delivering engineering projects, including new installations, upgrades, and modifications.
• Ensuring projects meet agreed specifications, budgets, and timelines.
• Developing and maintaining capital applications, project plans, risk assessments, and progress reports.
• Collaborating with production, engineering, and technical teams to minimise disruption during implementation.
• Hosting project reviews to assess effectiveness and identify future improvements.
• Ensuring all projects comply with food safety, health & safety, and legal requirements.
• Managing contractor compliance, ensuring all external partners meet site safety and quality standards.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on automation, energy efficiency, and asset lifecycle management.
• Overseeing project budgets, cost control, and procurement to ensure value for money.

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree or time-served qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Project Engineering.
• Proven experience in engineering project management within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Strong knowledge of capital project management, including planning, execution, and commissioning.
• Understanding of compliance requirements, such as CDM regulations, PUWER, LOLER, and PSSR.
• Experience managing contractors and suppliers, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
• Financial acumen, including budgeting, cost control, and procurement processes.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• PRINCE2 or PMP project management qualification.
• IOSH or NEBOSH health & safety certification.
• Experience with automation, digitalisation projects, and sustainability initiatives.
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management Systems) for project tracking.

Why Join Us?

• 31 Days holiday per year including bank holidays.
• Great Place to Work accredited.
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme available
• Cinema and Sky Store discounts
• Supermarket & other retailer discounts
• Health Cash Plan
• Holiday discounts
• Life assurance & income protection
• Employee referral scheme
• Employee Assistant Programme
• Cycle to Work
• Eyecare contributions
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme.
• Learning, development, and training opportunities including mentoring.
• Regular social and charity events
• Engagement in local community & early careers events
• Onsite health checks, & annual flu jabs
• Regular wellbeing sessions