Project Manager in Watton

Energy Jobline AZ; Watton; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy recruitment firm is seeking a Project Manager to oversee complex engineering projects in Watton. The ideal candidate has a degree in Mechanical Engineering and solid project management experience, particularly in the oil & gas sector. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model and competitive salary up to £50,000.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Sick pay

Cycle to Work Scheme

On-site parking

Free tea, coffee, milk, and fresh fruit

Early finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Solid experience in managing complex engineering or manufacturing projects.
• Strong understanding of engineering documentation and project planning.
• Familiarity with software mentioned is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned manufacturing contracts for engineered products.
• Create and manage detailed project plans.
• Lead communication between clients, vendors, and teams.
• Manage project risks and changes.
• Control project costs and ensure compliance.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft AX

Caesar II

STAAD

Creo3 (ProE)

AutoCAD

MS Project

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Project Manager / Watton / Full‑Time Permanent / Up to £50,000 Position

Recruitment is hiring a Project Manager to join a long‑established manufacturing client based in Watton. This role is ideal for someone with strong experience managing complex, high‑value engineering projects particularly within the oil & gas sector or similar industries. As a Project Manager, you will oversee the full project lifecycle, from order placement through to delivery, working closely with clients, engineers, procurement teams, and production to ensure all technical, commercial, and quality requirements are met.

What’s on Offer:

• Full‑time permanent role, Monday to Thursday: 07:30 – 16:30 and Friday 07:30‑12:30
• Hybrid working available: 3 days in‑office, 2 days from home following probation
• Company pension scheme
• Sick pay
• Early finish on Fridays
• Hybrid working policy
• Free tea, coffee, milk, and fresh fruit
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• On‑site parking

Key Responsibilities:

• Full management of assigned manufacturing contracts for engineered products
• Create, maintain, and manage detailed project plans, including milestones and critical paths
• Lead communication between clients, sub‑vendors, project buyers, engineers, and production supervisors
• Manage project risks, changes, procurement, documentation, and reporting
• Control project costs and ensure compliance with inspection and certification requirements
• Attend client meetings both on‑and off‑site when required
• Ensure project designs meet certification, industry standards, and client specifications
• Support technical bid evaluations and proposal processes

Qualifications:

• Solid experience in managing complex, multidisciplinary engineering or manufacturing projects in product, preferably within the oil & gas sector or a similarly technical industry
• A degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent relevant experience) is essential
• Strong understanding of engineering documentation, project planning, and stakeholder coordination
• Familiarity with software such as Microsoft AX, Caesar II, STAAD, Creo3 (ProE), AutoCAD, MS Project, and the Microsoft Office suite is highly desirable, although training will be provided where required
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills are also key to success in this role
• NOTE: This position is not eligible for sponsorship with this company

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