Project Engineering Manager

Chemring Energetics UK Ltd; Stevenston; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Chemring Energetics UK is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to take ownership of a dynamic CAPEX program and lead a team of Project Engineers. The role focuses on delivering plant, facility and installation projects from concept through commissioning, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will have an engineering background, leadership experience, and a proactive approach to problem solving, enabling effective cross-functional collaboration

Qualifications

• Degree/HND/HNC or relevant experience in an engineering discipline.
• Broad knowledge base of civil and engineering practices and standards.
• Project Management.
• Design Review Experience.
• IT Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of Risk Assessments.
• Experience of dealing with people issues.
• Working within multi-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all activities in full compliance with HSE legislation, within company policy and procedure.
• Responsible for reporting any unsafe acts or unsafe conditions observed (using the Near Miss System) in accordance with responsibilities under the Health and Safety at work Act.
• Manage Project Engineering Team personnel in line with Company Policies and ensure the development of individuals to meet the needs of the business.
• Preparation of a detailed Capital expenditure programme for the site which delivers to the CEUK budget.
• Managing the Capital projects through to engineering commissioning and transfer to the receiving department when ready.
• Ensure that all appropriate plant & facilities information is supplied to the engineering drawing office in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure that regular structured communication is undertaken across the Plant & Facilities function.
• Ensure compliance with Group, Company and legislative Environmental processes and procedures for Ardeer.
• Responsible for carrying out all direct staff objectives and reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree or HND/HNC

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Risk assessments

Job description

Chemring Energetics UK is a global business providing a range of equipment based on energetic materials for defence, civil defence and key commercial customers. An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen for a Project Engineering Manager to join us.

Are you an experienced Project Engineering Manager ready to take ownership of a dynamic CAPEX program? Join us at CEUK, where you'll lead a skilled team of Project Engineers to ensure our specialist materials and processes meet the highest standards. With a strong commitment to safety, quality, and innovation, you’ll drive projects from concept to commissioning - delivering cutting-edge plant, facility, and installation solutions.

If you have a strong engineering background, leadership experience, and a passion for problem-solving, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Key Accountabilities & Duties:

• Carry out all activities in full compliance with H&SE legislation, within company policy and procedure.
• Responsible for reporting any unsafe acts or unsafe conditions observed (using the Near Miss System) in accordance with responsibilities under the Health and Safety at work Act.
• Manage Project Engineering Team personnel in line with Company Policies and ensure the development of individuals to meet the needs of the business.
• Preparation of a detailed Capital expenditure programme for the site which delivers to the CEUK budget.
• Managing the Capital projects through to engineering commissioning and transfer to the receiving department when ready.
• Ensure that all appropriate plant & facilities information is supplied to the engineering drawing office in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure that regular structured communication is undertaken across the Plant & Facilities function.
• Ensure compliance with Group, Company and legislative Environmental processes and procedures for Ardeer.
• Responsible for carrying out all direct staff objectives and reviews.

The Candidate:

• Must have personal commitment to Safety, Quality and Environmental standards.
• Strong bias for action to identify potential problems and co-ordinate their resolution before they become an issue.
• Continually seeks to identify new ideas and implement new opportunities, which deliver business benefit.
• The ability to lead, build and develop effective relationships and use these to improve performance.
• Strong IT, communication and team working skills.
• Knowledge of the principles of company policy and operating procedures in order to ensure site and company compliance.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Degree/HND/HNC or relevant experience in an engineering discipline.
• Broad knowledge base of civil and engineering practices and standards.
• Project Management.
• Design Review Experience.
• IT Skills (esp. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of Risk Assessments.
• Experience of dealing with people issues.
• Working within multi-functional teams.

If you have the necessary skills and experience for the position of Project Engineering Manager, then we would love to hear from you.