Project Manager ( 12 month contract, inside IR35)

C&d Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent manufacturing business in Wiltshire is seeking a Project Manager on a 12-month contract. The successful candidate will lead critical projects, manage cross-functional teams, and drive ERP initiatives. Candidates should possess formal project management qualifications and experience in the manufacturing sector, along with strong leadership and problem-solving skills. This is a full-time role offering a competitive salary.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full-time position with 37.5 hours per week

Opportunity to lead critical projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in manufacturing or engineering sectors.
• Strong understanding of project methodologies and risk management.
• Formal PM qualifications including PRINCE2, PMI, APM.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycle including planning, execution, and delivery.
• Manage budgets, timelines, risks, and cross-functional teams.
• Drive ERP-related initiatives, particularly D365 optimisation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

PRINCE2 Certification

PMI Certification

APM Certification

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Thrive Trowbridge is recruiting on behalf of a leading Wiltshire-based manufacturing business, urgently seeking a Project Manager on a 12-month contract basis (inside IR35) to lead critical projects across operations and production.

What you will be doing:

• Lead full project lifecycle: scope, planning, execution, and delivery
• Manage cross-functional teams, budgets, timelines, and risks
• Drive ERP-related initiatives, including D365 optimisation
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Champion continuous improvement and ensure compliance with regulatory standards

What you will need to succeed:

• Formal PM qualifications: PRINCE2, PMI, APM, or equivalent
• Proven experience in dedicated Project Manager roles, ideally in manufacturing or engineering sectors
• Strong understanding of project methodologies, risk management, and stakeholder engagement
• ERP experience highly desirable, especially Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Background in process improvement or lean manufacturing

What you will receive in return:

• Competitive salary
• 12-month contract
• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
• The opportunity to play a key role in critical projects

What you need to do next:

If this position interests you and you would like to be considered, please contact Sarah at Thrive Group: [e-mail]

Thrive Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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