Project Manager - Technology & Manufacturing/Engineering

McGregor Boyall; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics firm is seeking a Project Manager to serve as a crucial link between engineering and operations teams. This role involves managing projects that integrate robotics and AI in warehouse settings. The ideal candidate will have a strong project management background in automation, and excellent stakeholder management skills, and be adept in agile environments. The position is located in Daventry, requiring 2 days on-site with a competitive rate.

Qualifications

• Proven Project Management experience in automation, manufacturing, or automotive.
• Strong background working closely with engineering / technical teams.
• Comfortable operating in agile and fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver cross-functional projects involving robotics, automation, and AI integration.
• Work closely with engineering teams in an Agile environment.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and opportunities to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Agile Methodologies

Robotics Knowledge

AI-driven Systems

Job description

Overview

I'm currently supporting a global logistics company in their search for a Project Manager in a 'bridging-the-gap' role, working alongside engineering teams building world-class robotics and automation systems, and act as the vital link between them and our Ops & Technology teams. Title: Project Manager - Engineering & Technology Location: Daventry (2 Days On-Site) Rate: Up to £475/pd Inside IR35 Start: ASAP Length: 6 Months Minimum Day-to-Day:

• Own and deliver cross-functional projects involving robotics, automation, and AI integration
• Work closely with engineering teams in an Agile environment
• Help drive the deployment of AI-driven systems into large-scale warehouse operations
• Communicate progress, challenges, and opportunities to senior stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Proven Project Management experience in automation, manufacturing, or automotive
• Strong background working closely with engineering / technical teams
• A technology-aware PM - understands how to speak "engineer" and "operations"
• Comfortable operating in agile and fast-paced environments
• A natural bridge-builder with excellent stakeholder management skills
• Preferably, Exposure to robotics or AI-driven automation
• Experience with warehouse / logistics / supply chain environments

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.