Project Manager

Progressive Recruitment; Halesowen; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Halesowen seeks an Engineering Project Manager to lead complex global projects within regulated sectors such as oil & gas and pharmaceuticals. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering and demonstrated experience managing capital projects. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000 plus package and opportunities for global travel across Europe and North America.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Global travel opportunities

Career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing capital projects in regulated industries.
• Confident in client-facing roles and leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Able to read and interpret CAD drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycles including design, procurement, installation, and commissioning.
• Manage global projects across regulated sectors such as oil & gas and pharmaceuticals.
• Drive financial performance and reporting.

Skills

Project management

Client-facing skills

Budget management

Engineering principles

Education

Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or similar)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Engineering Project Manager
Location: Halesowen, West Midlands
Salary: Up to £50,000 + Package
Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Engineering / Capital Projects / Machinery / Process Systems
Travel: Global travel required (Europe & North America)

Are you ready to lead complex engineering projects across the globe?

Join a fast-growing Capital Process and Machinery Engineering Consultancy at the forefront of innovation. With a strong project pipeline extending into 2027 and beyond, we are seeking a high-impact Engineering Project Manager to oversee the design and delivery of advanced Machinery & Process Systems for Heavy Industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycles including design, procurement, installation, and commissioning
• Manage global projects across regulated sectors such as oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, and nuclear
• Serve as the primary customer contact, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification
• Oversee subcontractor activities and procurement processes
• Drive financial performance and reporting
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, and automation disciplines

Experience Required

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or similar)
• Proven experience managing capital projects in regulated industries
• Strong commercial and budget management skills
• Confident in client-facing roles and leading multi-disciplinary teams
• Proficient with project tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera
• Able to read and interpret CAD drawings
• Solid understanding of engineering principles including:

• Structural steel fabrication, welding, inspection, and testing
• Machinery safety standards and directives
• ATEX zone and equipment selection
• Combustion and gas systems
• Hydraulics and pneumatics
• Piped water, hydrogen, and gas systems
• Fans and electrical panel build
• PLC automation systems

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £50,000 + Package
• Global travel opportunities (Europe & North America)
• Career progression in a growing and future-focused business

Location

This role is based in Halesowen and is commutable from Halesowen, Birmingham, Dudley, Wolverhampton, Kidderminster, Stourbridge, and surrounding areas.