Project Manager

The University of Sheffield; Chester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK seeks a Project Manager for AMRC Cymru in Chester. In this role, you will manage project delivery, oversee budgets, and lead a team, all within a supportive environment focused on innovation and collaboration. Applicants should have relevant project management experience and a formal PM qualification. Competitive salary and generous benefits offered.

Benefits

41 days annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Generous pension scheme

Discounts on shopping and travel

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Relevant and specific Project Management work experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects up to £5m.
• Experience managing project teams and reporting methods.
• Proficient in communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver various projects and programs.
• Manage project budgets and control spending.
• Perform detailed management and reporting throughout project lifecycle.
• Liaise with partners and suppliers to build relationships.

Skills

Project Management experience

Client facing experience

Communication skills

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Leadership in meetings

Managing project teams

Education

Formal PM qualification (PMQ/Prince2)

Tools

Microsoft Project

SAP

Job description

Overview

As a Project Manager, you will be working within groups in the AMRC or across multiple groups. In this exciting opportunity this role will be based in AMRC Cymru, Chester Road, Flintshire, Chester, CH4 0DH. The role supports the delivery of projects and programmes that range in scale and duration.

You will be in an environment where you will be required to use your creative thinking skills, combining the development of research and technology theories and applied manufacturing solutions in a non-production environment. You will also need to demonstrate a high level of capability, facilitating low risk transition of these solutions into our industrial partners’ production facilities.

The AMRC is a Corporate Partner of the Association of Project Managment (APM) meaning we continuously train, support and encourage the Project Management team at the AMRC.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Scoping, planning and delivery of a variety of projects and programmes.
• Ownership and support / preparation of project and programme budgets, in collaboration with Research Engineers to ensure they are not exceeded and spent on relevant project items.
• Detailed management, control and reporting throughout the project lifecycle for relevant individuals to be updated on project progress.
• Inputting, ordering and interrogating finance data in order to deliver projects and programmes to budget.
• Responsible for monthly invoicing and deeper financial review of projects and programmes, working directly with AMRC Finance team representatives.
• Management and support of Assistant Project Managers and Project Coordinators within your ‘team of teams’ including offering support/guidance where necessary.
• Makes presentations to customers and senior management on project updates, project cycle, and expected results.
• Support and participate in project teams to deliver projects in time and on budget.
• Present results to internal and external stakeholders at all levels in a professional and concise manner.
• Be responsible for short, medium and long-term projects and programmes in own area, or contribute to the planning of the group.
• Liaise with partners and suppliers when and where required to form good relationships.
• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post

Person Specification

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and are respected. Even if your past experience doesn’t match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

Criteria

Essential Or Desirable

Stage(s) assessed at

Have relevant and specific Project Management work experience

Essential

Application / Interview

Have a client facing / customer service work experience at all levels of the business

Essential

Application / Interview

Demonstrate ability to undertake short-, medium-, and long term projects and programmes, carrying out all roles at all levels up to the level of £5m or comparable workload

Essential

Application / Interview

Must hold, or have held a formal PM qualification, such as PMQ / Prince2 Practitioner certification or equivalent

Essential

Application / Interview

Experience of managing project teams and reporting methods

Essential

Application / Interview

IT skills across Microsoft Office suite, including Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Project - basic to intermediate standard

Essential

Application / Interview

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, reporting writings skills, and experience of delivering presentations

Essential

Application / Interview

Ability to assess and organise resources, plan and progress work activities using Microsoft Project, SAP, and other tools

Essential

Application / Interview

Experience of delivering a range of project management approaches (e.g. Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid,etc.)

Essential

Application / Interview

Demonstrate the ability to actively participate and lead meetings with customer(s) and/or staff at all levels, giving input and results as required

Essential

Application / Interview

Demonstrate experience in the interviewing and recruitment of project team staff

Desirable

Application

Demonstrate experience of reviewing individual / team progress and performance and embedding organisational strategy into individual performance planning

Desirable

Application / Interview

Further Information

Grade

7

Salary

£38,784 - £47,389, with potential to progress to £51,753 through outstanding contribution.

Work arrangement

Full-time

Duration

13/10/25 to 16/10/26 (12 months)

Line manager

AMRC Cymru Head of Operations

Direct reports

None for this post

Our website

www.amrc.co.uk

For informal enquiries about this job contact Matt Lewis, AMRC Cymru head of Operations on [e-mail]

Next steps in the recruitment process

It is anticipated that the selection process will take place within two weeks of the advert closing. This will consist of an interview. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage two weeks prior to interview. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact Matt Lewis.

Our vision and strategic plan

We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision (opens in new window).

What We Offer

• A minimum of 41 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.
• Generous pension scheme.
• A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
• A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).
• Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.
• A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with our Professional Services Shared Skills Framework.
• A range of generous family-friendly policies
• paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies
• support for those going through the menopause
• paid time off and support for fertility treatment
• and more

More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits (opens in a new window).

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.

Closing Date : 29/09/2025

We are a research university with a global reputation for excellence. Our ideas and expertise change the world for the better, making a real difference to society. We know that when people come together with different views, approaches and insights it can lead to richer, more creative and innovative teaching and research and the highest levels of student experience. Our University Vision (www.sheffield.ac.uk/vision) outlines our commitment to building a diverse community of staff and students that recognises and values the abilities, backgrounds, beliefs and ways of living for everyone.