Production Manager

Burnhouse Engineering & Fabrication Ltd; Beith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Life insurance

Free on-site parking

Further training opportunities

Job summary

A multi-sector engineering firm based in Beith is seeking a Director for Welding and Fabrication to lead project management and ensure compliance across various engineering contracts. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in the engineering sector, strong management skills, and a thorough understanding of fabrication workflows. Competitive salary and performance bonus offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in project, operations, or contract management in engineering.
• Strong understanding of fabrication/welding workflows.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering contracts from pre-award to completion.
• Ensure projects meet agreed scope, budget, and timelines.
• Monitor project KPIs, labour hours, progress, and financials.
• Act as the main point of contact with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Digital planning tools

Fabrication workflow understanding

Team coordination

Tools

Excel

ClickUp

SharePoint

MS Project

Job description

Director - Welding/Fabrication - ASME BPE - Orbital Welding - Site Installations - PreFabricated Skids

Location: Beith, KA15 1LY

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per year (DOE) + Performance Bonus

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

• Company pension


• Life insurance


• Free on-site parking


• Further training in your career for the right candidate


• Opportunity to shape systems and processes in a growing, multi-sector engineering firm

About Us

At Burnhouse Engineering & Fabrication Ltd, we deliver tailored fabrication and installation services to leading clients across the Food & Drink, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace, Industrial, and Construction sectors. We\'re known for our technical excellence, craftsmanship, and dependable project delivery from concept through to completion.

The Role

This is a strategic and operational leadership position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. You\'ll coordinate production schedules, client reporting, project finances, digital workflows, and compliance ensuring all engineering contracts are delivered efficiently, safely, and profitably.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract & Project Management
  
  
  
  • Lead engineering contracts from pre-award to completion
  
  
  • Coordinate project delivery schedules with internal teams and procurement
  
  
  • Ensure projects meet agreed scope, budget, and timelines
  
  
  
  


• Digital Systems & Reporting
  
  
  
  • Implement and manage digital systems (e.g. ClickUp, SharePoint, Excel, MS Project)
  
  
  • Monitor project KPIs, labour hours, progress, and financials
  
  
  • Provide monthly performance reports and risk tracking to senior management
  
  
  
  


• Client & Commercial Oversight
  
  
  
  • Act as the main point of contact with clients and stakeholders
  
  
  • Manage contract claims, change orders, and payment applications
  
  
  • Maintain accurate, real-time financial visibility across projects
  
  
  
  


• Operational Coordination
  
  
  
  • Liaise between production, procurement, and planning departments
  
  
  • Ensure resources (labour, materials, equipment) align with production needs
  
  
  • Monitor internal capacity against contract timelines
  
  
  
  


• Compliance & HSE
  
  
  
  • Own responsibility for RAMS, COSHH, toolbox talks, and site safety documentation
  
  
  • Promote a culture of compliance and continuous improvement in HSE and QA
  
  
  
  

What we need from you

• 5+ years in a project, operations, or contract management role in engineering, construction, or fabrication


• Strong understanding of fabrication/welding workflows


• Skilled in digital planning/reporting tools (Excel, ClickUp, SharePoint, etc.)


• Commercially aware with experience handling client communication, cost control, and reporting


• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings


• Clear communicator and team coordinator


• Forklift licence and/or CSCS (useful for site interface)

Why Join Us

• Be part of a growing, forward-thinking engineering company


• Take on real responsibility in shaping how contracts and systems are delivered


• Gain exposure to multi-sector projects across the UK and Ireland


• Progress your career in a high-visibility role with input into operational strategy

If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful within this role, click on apply today!

No agencies please.