Manufacturing Project Manager

First Achieve; Luton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

First Achieve is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead projects in a premier engineering manufacturing firm. The role involves managing project lifecycles, coordinating teams, and ensuring projects meet customer specifications. Ideal candidates will have significant experience and strong leadership skills in project management.

Benefits

Competitive salary & bonus structure

25+ days holiday + option to buy more

Pension scheme with life assurance

Private medical cashback plan

Recognition & rewards programme

Cycle to work scheme

Virtual GP & employee assistance programme

Discounts on retail & gym memberships

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management in engineering/manufacturing.
• Confident communicator with excellent leadership skills.
• Knowledge of project delivery tools and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple engineering projects ensuring timely delivery.
• Coordinate teams and monitor project performance vs budget.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.

Skills

Project management

Risk management

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree / Higher Apprenticeship in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

PRINCE2

APM PMQ

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Project Manager – Engineering / Manufacturing

First Achieve Engineering are working exclusively with a leading engineering manufacturer who specialise in the design and build of high-performance industrial equipment. With a strong reputation and growing order book, they’re now looking to recruit an experienced Project Manager to join their UK HQ team.

The Role:

As Project Manager, you’ll lead multiple engineering projects from initial handover through to delivery – ensuring they’re completed on time, within budget, and to customer specification.

You’ll coordinate internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to maintain control over progress, cost, risk, and quality across the full lifecycle of each project.

• Manage a portfolio of technical/manufacturing projects.
• Monitor project performance vs contract plan and budget.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Liaise with operational and supply chain teams to ensure coordinated delivery.
• Lead contract reviews and produce regular status reports.
• Contribute to post-project ‘lessons learned’ sessions to improve future performance.
• Support bids with planning, compliance and risk analysis input.
• Ensure compliance with all customer and industry standards.

What You’ll Need:

• Degree / Higher Apprenticeship in Engineering, Project Management or equivalent.
• 5+ years’ experience in project management within an engineering/manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of project delivery tools, risk management and budgeting.
• Confident communicator with excellent team leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• UK Passport holder (dual nationality accepted).
• PRINCE2 Practitioner, APM PMQ or similar – desirable.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary & bonus structure
• 25+ days holiday + option to buy more
• Pension scheme with life assurance
• Private medical cashback plan (dental, optical, etc.)
• Recognition & rewards programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Virtual GP & employee assistance programme
• Discounts on retail, gym memberships & more

About First Achieve Engineering

We specialise in matching skilled engineering professionals with forward-thinking employers. When you apply with us, you’ll work with experienced consultants who take the time to understand your needs and goals – ensuring the right fit, not just any fit.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management, Management, and Engineering

• Industries

  Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Engines and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing

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