Project Manager

Holt Engineering; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering manufacturer in Poole is seeking an experienced Project Manager to drive new product introduction projects. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams, ensuring projects meet quality and timing targets. Ideal applicants have a strong project management background, preferably in manufacturing, along with an engineering degree. This role offers the chance to make a real impact in a collaborative environment, working on innovative products that contribute to the company’s growth.

Qualifications

• Formal project management qualification or proven project management background.
• Experience delivering multiple projects within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to electrical, electromechanical, or motion control systems is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI projects through the full product life cycle.
• Ensure projects hit key milestones on time, on cost, and on quality.
• Report progress, manage risk, and keep stakeholders informed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem solving

Project management

Team motivation

Education

Formal project management qualification

Engineering degree

Tools

MRP systems

IT competencies

Job description

Project Manager

Location : Poole

Project Manager Salary : £40-42k

If you are a Project Manager who loves driving ideas from concept through to full production, this one is worth a look. The business is a long-established engineering manufacturer in Bournemouth, known for designing and delivering high quality electromechanical products used worldwide. They are growing, investing and working on genuinely exciting new product development projects.

As the Project Manager, you will take full ownership of New Product Introduction activity, guiding each project from early scope and specification right through to series production. You will be the person who keeps everything on track, on cost and on quality, working closely with engineering, operations, sales and quality to get products delivered exactly as promised.

What you will be doing as the Project Manager

• Leading NPI projects through the full product life cycle
• Making sure your projects hit key milestones on time, on cost and on quality
• Keeping the cross functional teams aligned and motivated
• Reporting progress, managing risk and keeping stakeholders informed
• Working with engineering and operations to deliver manufacturable, robust solutions
• Supporting KPI reporting and continuous improvement activities
• Occasionally visiting customers or suppliers when required
• Maintaining strong safety and compliance standards

What the company is looking for in a Project Manager

• Formal project management qualification or proven project management background
• Experience delivering multiple projects within a fast paced manufacturing environment
• Engineering degree preferred, although other relevant degrees considered
• Exposure to electrical, electromechanical or motion control systems is a bonus
• Strong communication, influencing and presentation skills
• Confident problem solver with a methodical approach
• Able to manage conflict, motivate teams and keep deadlines moving
• Comfortable using MRP systems and competent with IT
• Clear written and verbal communication in English

If you enjoy being the person who pulls everything together, this Project Manager role gives you the chance to make a real impact. You will join a collaborative team, work on meaningful engineering projects and see your work progress into real world products.

How to apply for the Project Manager Role

If this Project Manager position sounds like the right fit, call or message Hayden at Holt Engineering on (phone number removed)