Project Manager

Fortress Safety; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A safety solutions company in Wolverhampton is seeking a Project Manager with engineering and manufacturing experience to lead cross-functional projects. You will manage budgets, timelines, and collaborate with global teams while driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This role offers a hybrid work model and competitive benefits including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Up to 10.5% employer pension contribution

Bonus scheme, share vesting, life assurance & more

Long-term hybrid working potential

Qualifications

• Strong project management experience, particularly in engineering or manufacturing.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive mindset for problem-solving.
• Experience in complex project delivery with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional projects from concept to delivery.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resources across global teams.
• Drive continuous improvement and align with business goals.
• Collaborate across departments without direct authority.
• Spend time in Wolverhampton offices for team collaboration.

Skills

Project management

Engineering/Manufacturing experience

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Job description

Project Manager | Wolverhampton (Hybrid Potential) | Fortress Interlocks

Fortress is growing fast—and we’re looking for a Project Manager with experience in engineering and/or manufacturing to help drive key global initiatives that support our mission: “Saving lives by providing the best safety solutions.” We are NOT looking for IT Project Management skills, but please check our pages regularly for future roles.

We are the experts in machinery safety and interlocking, protecting people and equipment in hazardous situations globally.

What you’ll do:

• Lead cross-functional projects from concept to delivery
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resources across global teams
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure alignment with business goals
• Influence without authority and collaborate across departments
• Spend time in our Wolverhampton offices collaborating with the wider team

What we’re looking for:

• Strong project management experience in engineering/manufacturing
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with a passion for problem-solving
• Experience of delivering complex projects with cross-functional teams

Why Fortress?

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Up to 10.5% employer pension contribution
• Bonus scheme, share vesting, life assurance & more
• Long-term hybrid working potential

Based in Wolverhampton (WV4 6FB)

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us build a safer world.