Project Manager

Theo James Recruitment; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Project Manager in Tees Valley, UK, to manage various hardware and software projects. This role involves overseeing project planning and risk management while leading cross-functional teams in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in regulated industries. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements, joining a firm focused on innovation and employee growth.

Benefits

Exciting NPI projects

Hybrid working

Growth-oriented environment

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of project management experience, preferably 5+.
• Background in regulated or defence-related sectors is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent projects from concept through delivery.
• Act as the key point of contact for customers, ensuring clear communication.
• Maintain project governance, manage budgets, and forecast revenue.

Skills

Project management experience

Experience in NPI project management

Risk management expertise

Experience with hardware and software development

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Project Management qualification (APM, Prince2, Agile)

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
Benefits: Exciting NPI projects, hybrid working and work for a growing company.

Job Description

As a Project Manager, you will play a key role within the projects team, managing multiple concurrent projects from concept through delivery. You will lead cross-functional teams to deliver hardware and software development projects, ensuring all outputs align with time, cost, and quality expectations. Projects include internally funded and externally funded initiatives, giving you the opportunity to influence the success and expansion of the organisation.

In this Project Manager role, you will:

• Be responsible for end-to-end project planning, governance, risk management, scheduling and stakeholder engagement.
• You will act as the key point of contact for customers, both internal and external, ensuring communication is clear, consistent, and proactive.
• You will maintain project governance, manage budgets, forecast revenue, and drive project delivery using the most suitable methodology for each assignment.
• Your experience working with hardware and software product development—as well as any background in the defence sector or similarly regulated environments—will be especially valuable.
• You will also play a crucial part in supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) projects and contributing to the growth of the organisation.

This opportunity is ideal for a Project Manager who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment and enjoys working with multidisciplinary teams. The role requires resilience, excellent communication, strong leadership skills and the ability to navigate complex project landscapes.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• 3-5+ years project management experience (5+ preferred).
• Previous experience managing hardware and software development projects.
• Experience in NPI project management.
• Risk management expertise.
• Experience in regulated or defence-related sectors (highly advantageous).

Desirable

• Project Management qualification (APM, Prince2, Agile).
• Degree in a relevant discipline.
• Change management or bid support experience.

Why Should You Apply

• You'll join an innovative organisation where your work makes a real impact.
• You'll gain exposure to a broad range of technical projects across hardware and software.
• You'll work in a supportive, people-focused culture that invests in your growth.
• You'll have the autonomy and influence suited to a Project Manager role.
• You'll contribute to meaningful projects in sectors that are growing and evolving.

If you're a motivated Project Manager looking for the next step in your career, this is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward-thinking team with ambitious plans for the future.

The Company

Join a highly respected engineering and technology organisation recognised for designing and delivering innovative hardware and software solutions used across a range of global sectors. The company is known for its strong commitment to employee development, supportive culture, and collaborative approach. You'll be part of a business that values teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement while offering the chance to work on cutting‑edge technology in fast-moving environments.