Senior Project Manager

SoCode; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and manufacturing company in Suffolk seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead design and product development teams. You will require a strong background in injection moulding and manufacturing processes and ensure that projects meet specifications and deadlines. Ideal candidates will have experience in quality assurance and effective communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and requires full onsite presence.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing engineering teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with product development from concept to production.
• Confident with engaging both technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary technical team.
• Review and support product design.
• Collaborate with suppliers and customers.

Skills

Managing engineering or technical teams

Hands-on experience with injection moulding

Solid understanding of engineering thermoplastics

Presentation skills

Strong organisational capabilities

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Design

Tools

3D CAD systems

BOMs

MRP systems

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Senior Project Manager
Location: Suffolk
Department: Manufacturing
Role Type: FTC 12 Months
Salary:£65,000 - £80,000

Fully on site - 5 days a week

About the Opportunity
We’re seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a talented design, product development, and quality team. If you're driven by innovation, and like to work in a company poised to grow, enjoy managing technical teams, and thrive in fast-paced project environments, this is your chance to make a real impact. Required technical understanding of injection moulding, electronics, and manufacturing.

This role requires an exceptional communicator and a hands-on project manager. Someone who is not only willing, but eager to roll up their sleeves, support engineers with technical challenges, and actively engage on the manufacturing floor to resolve day-to-day issues as they arise.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary technical team covering design, development, and quality functions.
• Review and support the design of products made from injection moulded and fabricated plastics, guiding the team from concept to production.
• Prioritise and schedule project work based on input from sales and customer requirements, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to specification.
• Drive progress on multiple engineering projects simultaneously, balancing adaptability with structured delivery.
• Collaborate with suppliers and customers, shaping solutions that align with both business capabilities and market demands.
• Own the engineering change process and maintain accurate product technical data, bills of materials, and compliance documentation.
• Champion ISO9001 practices and drive product quality and regulatory adherence across the business.
• Hold regular 1-2-1s with your team, mentoring and supporting their professional growth.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Design, or related technical discipline (BEng, BSc, HND, HNC, etc.)

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven track record of managing engineering or technical teams in a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with injection moulding, plastic fabrication, and product development
• Solid understanding of engineering thermoplastics and DFM principles
• Familiarity with ISO9001 and quality assurance standards
• Confident with 3D CAD systems
• Demonstrable ability to manage cross-functional projects and drive results to tight deadlines
• Skilled at presenting technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong organisational, leadership, and decision-making capabilities
• Practical experience with BOMs and MRP systems
• A hands-on problem solver with a passion for making things happen
• Organised, detail-oriented, and laser-focused on outcomes
• Strong communicator who leads by example
• Driven by innovation and the excitement of seeing a design become a physical product
• Experience in a metal or sheet fabrication environment, electronic design principles, familiarity with production planning and tooling processes