Senior Engineering Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Wirral; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Engineering Project Manager to oversee complex projects in diverse sectors. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering and significant experience in project management. Key responsibilities include leading project teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing project risks. This full-time position offers a salary up to £70,000 plus competitive benefits.

Benefits

23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Company Pension

Training & Development

Gym Membership

Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing engineering or manufacturing projects (3+ years minimum).
• Health & safety qualifications (IOSH/NEBOSH) required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple complex projects to successful completion.
• Conduct feasibility studies and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with senior client stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Project management systems

Education

Degree in engineering

Tools

APM/Prince2 methodologies

Job description

Job Description

Senior Engineering Project Manager

Location: North West (Ideally Wirral)

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £70,000 (Depending on Experience)

Benefits: 23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (rising to 25), Company Pension, Training & Development, Gym Membership, and Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package

Join a Leading Force in Engineering Project Delivery

At Concept Projects Group, we’re specialists in high-quality engineering and turnkey project delivery across a diverse range of sectors—including food & beverage, pharmaceutical, homecare, and logistics.

As we continue to grow, we're on the lookout for a Senior Project Manager who thrives on responsibility, excels in complex environments, and is ready to lead strategic, multidisciplinary engineering projects from concept to completion.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading and managing multiple complex projects to successful, on-time, and within-budget completion
• Conducting feasibility studies and engineering assessments to drive continuous improvement
• Collaborating with senior client stakeholders (Directors and VPs) to ensure alignment and satisfaction
• Developing detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and CAPEX forecasts
• Ensuring all project activities meet regulatory standards and follow best practices
• Managing the full project lifecycle—from initial brief to handover
• Providing expert input on design, procurement, and technical decisions
• Identifying project risks and implementing effective mitigation strategies

What We’re Looking For:

• A degree in engineering or equivalent hands-on experience
• Proven experience managing engineering or manufacturing projects (3+ years minimum)
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Skilled in Microsoft Office and project-related IT systems
• Health & safety qualifications (IOSH/NEBOSH) and familiarity with APM/Prince2 methodologies ()

If you're an experienced project manager ready to take the next step in your career - working with a team that values innovation, accountability, and long-term client partnerships - we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the future of engineering project delivery.