Project Manager

Custom Power; South Somerset; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Custom Power is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead New Product Development and New Product Introduction projects from concept through production in our Crewkerne PMO. You will collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Procurement and customers to deliver technically complex projects on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

The role requires strong governance, communication and MS Project proficiency to coordinate cross-functional teams and drive

Qualifications

• Project management experience in engineering, manufacturing or operations.
• Strong knowledge of governance, planning, risk and change management.
• Experience coordinating technical teams and multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Manage project plans, budgets, schedules, resources and risks.
• Lead NPD/NPI projects through development, qualification and production introduction.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage key milestones.
• Build strong relationships with customers, stakeholders and suppliers.
• Manage changes, report progress and drive continuous improvement.
• Support regulatory compliance and manufacturing readiness.

Skills

Project management

NPD/NPI

Stakeholder management

MS Project

Budgeting & scheduling

Education

PRINCE2 / APM qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Help deliver innovative power solutions, from the seabed to the edge of space!

At Custom Power, we design and manufacture specialist battery packs and energy solutions for demanding applications across aerospace, defence, medical, energy and industrial sectors.

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our team in Crewkerne, leading New Product Development (NPD) and New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from concept through to successful production.

The Role

Working within our Project Management Office (PMO), you will collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Procurement and customers to deliver technically complex projects on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing project plans, budgets, schedules, resources and risks.
• Leading NPD/NPI projects through development, qualification and production introduction.
• Coordinating cross-functional teams and managing key project milestones.
• Building strong relationships with customers, stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Managing project changes, reporting progress and driving continuous improvement.
• Supporting regulatory compliance and manufacturing readiness.

What We Are Looking For

• Project management experience within engineering, manufacturing or operations.
• Strong knowledge of project governance, planning, risk and change management.
• Experience coordinating technical teams and managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MS Project.

Experience with NPD/NPI, AS9100, Class III medical devices or regulated manufacturing environments would be advantageous, as would a recognised project management qualification such as PRINCE2 or APM.

Hours: 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Ready for your next challenge?

Join Custom Power and play a key role in delivering innovative power solutions for some of the world's most demanding applications.