PLM Project Manager

Copello; Kidlington; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider is seeking an experienced PLM Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of a Teamcenter PLM and Siemens NX program. This hands-on role requires deep PLM knowledge and strong project governance. Responsibilities include developing detailed project plans, driving PLM improvements, and engaging with cross-functional teams. The role offers a competitive rate of £550 – £750, with hybrid work after an initial onsite onboarding period. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering PLM projects in a Project Manager capacity.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Teamcenter PLM (essential).
• Excellent understanding of the product lifecycle from concept through production and support.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of PLM projects with a focus on Teamcenter PLM and Siemens NX.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, milestones, and dependencies.
• Identify, design, and implement process and system efficiencies.

Skills

Teamcenter PLM

Siemens NX

Stakeholder management

Project delivery

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Copello Global is seeking an experienced PLM Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of a Teamcenter PLM and Siemens NX programme for a complex Louisville-based engineering‑led organisation on an initial 6‑month contract.

The contractor will be responsible for driving PLM improvements, developing delivery roadmaps, and implementing efficiencies that support both current operations and future business growth.

This is a hands‑on delivery role requiring deep PLM knowledge, strong project governance, and the ability to work confidently with cross‑functional stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, and IT.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of PLM projects with a focus on Teamcenter PLM and Pilipinas NX
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, milestones, and dependencies
• Define and maintain PLM roadmaps to drive system improvement and future capability
• Identify, design, and implement process and system efficiencies to support ongoing and future business operations
• Review existing PLM systems and conduct requirements gathering across business functions
• Translate business and engineering requirements into clear projectမ်ား
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• Manage cross-functional stakeholders across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and IT
• Act as the key liaison between internal teams, externalғаш vendors, and system integrators
• Track risks, issues, and actions, ensuring proactive mitigation and resolution
• Provide regular progress updates to senior stakeholders and governance forums

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience delivering PLM projects in a Project Manager capacity
• Strong hands‑on experience with Teamcenter PLM (essential) and Siemens NX (highly desirable)
• Excellent understanding of the product lifecycle from concept through production and support
• Background in automotive, engineering, or manufacturing environments
• Demonstrable experience reviewing existing PLM solutions and gathering and documenting requirements
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Comfortable working with cross‑functional and technical teams
• Highly organised, delivery-focused, and able to manage multiple workstreams

Personal Attributes

• Enthusiastic and proactive approach to delivery
• Naturallyœurs inquisitive, with a desire to understand systems, processes, and business needs
• Confident engaging with stakeholders at all levelsators organisation
• Pragmatic problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset

This role is inside IR35 and offering a rate of £550 – £750 dependant on experience.

The role will require candidates to be onsite 3‑4 days for the first couple of weeks of the assignment, then role will provide hybrid working.