Projects and Planning Manager (Manufacturing) in Cheltenham

Energy Jobline ZR; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation company is seeking an experienced Projects and Planning Manager in Cheltenham. You will manage large-scale automation projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery while leading diverse teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management and be skilled in Microsoft Project and ERP systems. This pivotal role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 plus benefits and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Bonus

Health Insurance

Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex engineering or automation projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project and ERP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver multiple bespoke automation projects.
• Lead project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Oversee quality, budgets, KPIs, and client communication.
• Ensure FAT readiness and support installations.
• Supervise workshop and fabrication teams.

Skills

Project Management

Planning

Microsoft Project

ERP Systems

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

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Role

Projects and Planning Manager (Manufacturing) – £50,000 - £60,000 + Bonus + Progression + Health Insurance + Company Benefits – Cheltenham

Are you an experienced Projects and Planning Manager looking for an opportunity to take ownership of large-scale, bespoke automation projects with an innovative and growing business?

On offer is the chance to join an industry leader in bespoke control systems, factory automation, and robotics, working across the food, beverage, and plastic container handling sectors. You\'ll manage diverse, multi-million-pound projects for clients across the UK and internationally, ensuring everything is delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality.

This is a pivotal role reporting directly to the board, where you\'ll coordinate engineering teams, plan resources, oversee project delivery, and maintain strong client relationships. You\'ll also have the opportunity to progress into a senior leadership position overseeing manufacturing functions including fabrication and machine build.

This role would suit a Supply Chain / Project / Planning Manager with experience managing complex engineering or automation projects, looking to step into a hands-on leadership role within a fast-growing company that rewards innovation, drive, and results.

The Role

• Manage and deliver multiple bespoke automation projects from concept to completion
• Lead project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation across departments
• Oversee quality, budgets, KPIs, and client communication
• Ensure FAT readiness and support installations across the UK and occasionally abroad
• Supervise workshop and fabrication teams, driving continuous improvement
• Report directly to the board and contribute to strategic planning

The Person

• Experienced Projects and Planning Manager (Multi-project handling)
• Skilled in Microsoft Project and ERP systems or similar (SAP advantageous)
• Commutable to Cheltenham

Keywords: Project Manager, Planning Manager, Supply Chain, Automation, Control Systems, Engineering, Manufacturing, ERP, Microsoft Project, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, Worcester, Tewkesbury, Gloucester

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