Field Project Manager

Proactive Global; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global is seeking a Field Project Manager to lead critical deployment projects from planning through handover. You will work closely with engineering, operations, contractors, and project teams to ensure top-tier execution.

The role involves large-scale automation and material handling projects, frequent onsite work, and travel across UK & Ireland. A strong engineering background and project management experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification.
• Experience with large-scale technology projects and Lean/Six Sigma methods.
• Fluency in English and willingness to travel across UK & Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite execution of engineering and infrastructure projects across multiple locations.
• Manage project schedules, milestones, deliverables and resources.
• Coordinate stakeholders, contractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Conduct site readiness reviews prior to deployment.
• Monitor risks and implement mitigation plans.
• Ensure health, safety and quality standards are met.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, testing and handover.
• Communicate between project teams and operations.
• Maintain project documentation and governance.
• Track budgets and change control processes.
• Support closeout and lessons learned.

Skills

Fluent English

Project management

Willing to travel

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Six Sigma / Lean certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Field Project Manager

Location: UK & Ireland

Contract Length: approx. 9 Months

Start date: January 2027

Working Pattern: Full-Time

Day rate: £400 + travel expenses Inside IR35 PAYE

As a Field Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading critical deployment projects from planning through to handover. Working closely with engineering, operations, contractors, and project teams, you will ensure that all aspects of project execution are delivered to the highest standards.

This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale projects involving automation, material handling equipment, engineering infrastructure, and operational improvements within a dynamic and growing environment.

Frequent travel and extended periods onsite will be required, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working directly within operational environments and seeing projects through to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead the onsite execution of engineering and infrastructure projects across multiple locations.
• Manage project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and resource planning.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders, contractors, suppliers, and third-party vendors.
• Conduct site assessments and readiness reviews prior to project deployment.
• Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation plans.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health, safety, and quality standards.
• Oversee equipment installation, commissioning, testing, and operational handover activities.
• Facilitate effective communication between project teams and operational stakeholders.
• Manage project documentation, reporting, and governance requirements.
• Track budgets, project costs, and change control processes.
• Support project closeout activities, including lessons learned and final project documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to enhance project delivery processes.

Requirements

• Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification
• Proven experience with Material Handling Equipment (conveyor systems, sortation systems, high-speed packaging lines, manufacturing lines)
• Demonstrated project management capability on large-scale, complex technology projects
• Six Sigma / Lean methodology certification or practical experience
• Fluency in English
• Willingness to travel to sites across UK and Ireland
• Proficient in Microsoft office tools

Preferred qualifications (nice to have)

• End-to-end project management experience in warehouse/logistics environments
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification
• High-velocity, technology-driven environment experience
• Large-scale e-commerce/logistics project experience
• Data-driven analysis and financial modelling capabilities
• Proficient in AutoCAD

Why work with Proactive Global?

Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

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Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.