Project Manager

Extension Recruitment; South Shields; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Project Manager to lead multi-million-pound engineering projects. You will coordinate teams, manage budgets, and ensure delivery with precision. The ideal candidate has experience in heavy fabrication or shipbuilding and strong planning skills. This is a full-time, permanent position located in Hebburn, Tyne & Wear.

Qualifications

• Confident leader with experience in heavy fabrication, shipbuilding, or complex engineering.
• Strong planning and budget management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-million-pound engineering projects from start to finish.
• Coordinate internal teams and manage budgets.
• Act as the key point of contact for customers.
• Ensure delivery with precision and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Planning

Budget management

Education

Engineering qualification (preferably mechanical)

Tools

MS Office

Planning tools

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Hebburn, Tyne & Wear
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time

The Role

As Project Manager, you’ll lead multi-million-pound engineering projects from start to finish. You’ll coordinate internal teams, manage budgets, and act as the key point of contact for customers, ensuring delivery with precision and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Own fabrication projects and lead cross-functional teams
• Build customer trust and manage stakeholder relationships
• Track earned value and navigate challenges in real time
• Drive performance, safety, and quality

About You

You’re a confident leader with experience in heavy fabrication, shipbuilding, or complex engineering. Comfortable making decisions on-site, you bring strong planning and budget management skills.

Preferred Skills

• Engineering qualification (preferably mechanical)
• APM, PRINCE2, or similar
• MOD security clearance eligibility
• Proficiency in MS Office and planning tools

Security Notice: Roles are subject to security control restrictions and a BPSS check, including a basic DBS.

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