Project Engineering Manager

ATA Recruitment Ltd; Worksop; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical healthcare

Pension contribution

Profit-related pay

8 bank holidays? Wait

Job summary

ATA Recruitment Ltd. is seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager to lead challenging projects within a global packaging supplier. You will own projects end-to-end, delivering improvements in asset reliability, efficiency and site performance while collaborating with engineering, production and safety teams.

The role emphasizes CAPEX proposals, budget responsibility and strong supplier management. A hands-on, proactive engineer with excellent communication will thrive in this fast-paced

Qualifications

• Proven experience in engineering project delivery.
• Experience working in engineering, manufacturing or FMCG environments.
• A relevant engineering qualification.
• Strong project management, planning and organisational skills.
• Experience managing project budgets, contractors and external suppliers.
• The ability to prepare and manage CAPEX proposals.
• A continuous improvement mindset focused on reliability, efficiency and cost reduction.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A practical, hands-on approach to engineering challenges and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Project delivery: Manage engineering projects of varying sizes and complexity from cradle to grave, ensuring delivery against timescales, budgets and standards.
• Budget management: Take ownership of project budgets, monitor expenditure and identify opportunities to reduce costs.
• CAPEX investment: Prepare and submit capital expenditure (CAPEX) requests to support site development and equipment improvements.
• Contractor management: Manage third-party contractors, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required standards.
• Tendering and procurement: Lead the tendering process and work closely with suppliers to secure the best solutions for the business.
• Technical expertise: Provide engineering guidance and technical support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Continuous improvement: Drive initiatives to improve asset reliability, efficiency, productivity and overall equipment performance.
• Root cause analysis: Investigate recurring issues and implement sustainable solutions to reduce costs, minimise downtime and improve operational performance.
• Stakeholder engagement: Build strong working relationships with internal departments, external customers, contractors and suppliers.
• Health & Safety: Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with relevant safety requirements and site standards.
• Business support: Maintain a flexible, proactive approach to meet the changing needs of the operation.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Engineering qualification

Job description

Engineering Project Manager

Location: Worksop
Salary: £57,000 + Excellent Benefits
Start Date: Immediate

Take the lead on engineering projects that make a difference

Are you an experienced Engineering Project Manager looking for your next challenge within a successful, growing manufacturing business?

We are recruiting an Engineering Project Manager to join a leading global brand supplying high-quality products to the packaging supply chain. With a turnover exceeding £1.2 billion and significant business growth over the past 12 months, this is an excellent opportunity to join an established organisation with a strong reputation for operational excellence, employee development and staff retention.

In this role, you will take ownership of engineering projects from initial concept through to completion, delivering improvements that enhance asset reliability, operational efficiency and site performance.

Working closely with engineering, production, technical, hygiene and Health & Safety teams, you will have the opportunity to influence site strategy, drive continuous improvement and deliver measurable business benefits.

The Role: Engineering Project Manager

As Engineering Project Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Project delivery: Manage engineering projects of varying sizes and complexity from cradle to grave, ensuring delivery against agreed timescales, budgets and standards.
• Budget management: Take ownership of project budgets, monitor expenditure and identify opportunities to reduce costs.
• CAPEX investment: Prepare and submit capital expenditure (CAPEX) requests to support site development and equipment improvements.
• Contractor management: Manage third-party contractors, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required standards.
• Tendering and procurement: Lead the tendering process and work closely with suppliers to secure the best solutions for the business.
• Technical expertise: Provide engineering guidance and technical support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Continuous improvement: Drive initiatives to improve asset reliability, efficiency, productivity and overall equipment performance.
• Root cause analysis: Investigate recurring issues and implement sustainable solutions to reduce costs, minimise downtime and improve operational performance.
• Stakeholder engagement: Build strong working relationships with internal departments, external customers, contractors and suppliers.
• Health & Safety: Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with relevant safety requirements and site standards.
• Business support: Maintain a flexible, proactive approach to meet the changing needs of the operation.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in an Engineering Projects or comparable engineering project delivery position.
• Experience working within an engineering, manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• A relevant engineering qualification.
• Strong project management, planning and organisational skills.
• Experience managing project budgets, contractors and external suppliers.
• The ability to prepare and manage CAPEX proposals.
• A continuous improvement mindset, with a focus on reliability, efficiency and cost reduction.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A practical, hands-on approach to engineering challenges and problem-solving.

What's on Offer?

You'll be joining an established global business that combines the resources of a major organisation with a strong commitment to its people and local community.

The package includes:

• £57,000 annual salary
• 7% matched pension contribution
• Profit‑related pay
• Private medical healthcare
• 25 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Immediate start opportunity

The business has experienced significant growth and employs thousands of people across its operations. It is actively involved in local affairs, maintains strong links with local schools and colleges, and organises social events for employees. Its commitment to its workforce is reflected in its strong staff retention.

Ready for Your Next Engineering Challenge?

If you're an experienced engineering professional who enjoys taking ownership of projects, improving operational performance and delivering results, we'd like to hear from you.

Reference: Engineering Project Manager

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation