Senior Project Manager

Smithers Careers; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in testing services is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager in the United Kingdom. In this role, you will lead multiple complex technical projects, drive operational efficiency, and manage stakeholder communications. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and have at least 6 years of experience in project management, with a focus on client-facing roles. This position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options, contributing to a collaborative and innovative culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid / flexible working

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years experience in a technical or project management role.
• At least 2 years managing complex technical programmes.
• Experience in client‑facing roles and multi‑project coordination.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the delivery of multiple technical projects.
• Drive operational efficiency through process improvements.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with key clients.
• Prepare and present executive‑level reviews and performance metrics.

Skills

Business Development

Project Management Methodology

Project / Program Management

PMBOK

Waterfall

Wastewater

Construction Management

Project Management

Project Management Software

Microsoft Project

Budgeting

Contracts

Education

Degree in a Science or Engineering discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management Tools

Job description

About Us

At Smithers MDT we deliver world‑class testing data and consultancy services to support the global medical device and pharmaceutical industries. Our teams combine deep technical expertise with a customer‑focused approach helping clients bring safe high‑quality products to market efficiently and confidently.

Were now seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our growing team at Shawbury. This is a newly created role within our Physical Testing division offering the opportunity to shape processes strengthen client partnerships and contribute to our continued growth and success.

The Role

As Senior Project Manager you will take ownership of multiple complex programmes ensuring successful delivery from quotation through to completion. Youll champion the consistent use of project management tools and systems providing real‑time visibility into project progress milestones and resource planning.

You will :

• Lead and oversee the delivery of multiple technical projects and programmes.
• Drive operational efficiency through process improvements and system optimisation.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with key clients through regular communication and reporting.
• Prepare and present executive‑level reviews outcomes and performance metrics.
• Support proposal preparation for complex and high‑value work packages.
• Represent Smithers MDT at conferences exhibitions and client meetings to raise our technical profile.

About You

Youll bring a strong blend of technical understanding commercial acumen and project leadership experience . Youll be confident managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment and skilled in stakeholder communication at all levels.

Essential requirements

• Degree in a Science or Engineering discipline (or equivalent relevant experience).
• Minimum 6 years experience in a technical or project management role with at least 2 years managing complex technical programmes.
• Experience in client‑facing roles and multi‑project coordination.
• Excellent communication organisational and problem‑solving skills.
• Computer literacy particularly in Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Desirable

• Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 PMP).
• Experience within medical devices pharmaceuticals or laboratory testing sectors.
• Experience preparing technical proposals.
• Foreign language skills (French German or Spanish).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid / flexible working
• Professional development opportunities
• A collaborative innovative and inclusive culture

How to Apply

If youre ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a growing global organisation wed love to hear from you.

Key Skills

• Business Development
• Project Management Methodology
• Project / Program Management
• PMBOK
• Waterfall
• Wastewater
• Construction Management
• Project Management
• Project Management Software
• Microsoft Project
• Budgeting
• Contracts

Employment Type : Full‑Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1