Hands-On Project Manager: Complex Engineering Programs

Energy Jobline ZR; West of England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Bristol is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex engineering programmes from development through validation into production. This hands-on role collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers and commercial teams to ensure successful delivery.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years delivering engineered products, with a strong planning mindset and stakeholder skills. Experience in electrification or related tech sectors is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience delivering complex engineered products.
• Engineering, electronics, automotive, energy, mobility or similar background.
• Strong programme planning and delivery experience.
• Technical confidence to work with engineering teams.
• Experience taking products through development, validation and production.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end engineering and product programmes.
• Own programme plans, milestones, risks and KPIs.
• Coordinate engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and external partners.
• Drive programme reviews, actions and issue resolution.
• Manage cost, timing, quality and technical change.
• Support BOM, supplier and manufacturing readiness.
• Coordinate certification, compliance and validation activities.
• Provide clear programme updates to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Programme management

Engineering background

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Hands-on leadership

Job description

Energy Jobline ZR in Bristol is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex engineering programmes from development through validation into production. This hands-on role collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers and commercial teams to ensure successful delivery.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years delivering engineered products, with a strong planning mindset and stakeholder skills. Experience in electrification or related tech sectors is advantageous.