Project Manager

Emerson; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Leicester is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee assigned projects and ensure delivery within budgets and timelines. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills, relevant project management experience, and a willingness to pursue PMP certification. Benefits include competitive plans for employee wellbeing and development opportunities within a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Wellbeing benefits

Healthcare plans

Flexible time off plans

Qualifications

• Relevant project management/project administration experience.
• Basic financial knowledge.
• Exposure to project planning.
• Willingness to work towards PMP certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned scope in accordance with cost budget, timescales and quality.
• Work with Engineering functions to meet project criteria.
• Ensure accurate forecasting of project sales, costs & gross margin.

Skills

Project management experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Project Management or equivalent

PMP or Prince2 Certification

Job description

Overview

At Emerson, we're proud of our culture that encourages innovation and collaboration. This is an exciting opportunity to join our thriving Project Management team, based at our state-of-the-art Head Office in Leicester, Grove Park. As the Project Manager, you will deliver assigned projects by project managing a defined aspect of the project scope. On assigned scope areas, the Project Manager will utilise internal and third party resources, material and services to deliver that scope within cost budget, agreed timescales and to the required quality.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be

• Deliver assigned scope in accordance with cost budget, timescales and quality
• Work with Emerson Engineering functions, ensuring adequate staffing to the assigned scope to meet project criteria
• Ensure accurate forecasting of project sales, costs & gross margin
• Engage with Engineering and Service functions to ensure the forecast engineering resources required for the assigned scope are well communicated and planned
• Comply with the Emerson Ethical and trade compliance policies
• Follow Emerson Quality processes and procedures
• Apply PMO project execution methodology to all projects
• Commitment to self-development
• Proactive management of change and risk
• Promote the use of Emerson corporate policies within the project environment
• Support the Sales team with new proposals, specifically focusing on Project Management hours required to execute the project and Risk

Who You Are

If you are a motivated experienced Project Manager who thrives on staying organised, keeping track of assigned projects, then this opportunity is for you! You will be a strong communicator, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels. If this sounds like you, then apply today!

For This Role, You Will Need

• Relevant project management/ project administration experience
• Basic financial knowledge
• Exposure to project planning
• Willingness to work towards PMP certification (funded by us)
• To be flexible to work at our Leicester Head Office 4 days a week, with 1 day work from home

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart

• Degree in Project Management or equivalent
• PMP or Prince2 Certification

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognise the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritise providing competitive benefit plans to meet yours and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide wellbeing benefits, healthcare plans and eyecare, benefits centred around professional development, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid family leave (maternal, adoption and paternal) and holiday leave.