Tooling/Engineering-Project Manager

Oscar & Harvey Limited; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected manufacturer in the UK is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee toolmaking and CNC machining projects. The role involves managing client communication and collaboration with design and manufacturing teams. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in precision engineering or similar fields, strong organisational skills, and a problem-solving mindset. The company offers a competitive salary, private medical cover, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical cover

Pension scheme

Company benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in toolmaking, precision engineering, or CNC manufacturing (3-5 years preferred).
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A confident problem solver with a practical, hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage new and existing toolmaking and CNC machining projects from enquiry through to completion.
• Act as the main point of contact for customers, ensuring clear communication and excellent service.
• Work closely with design and manufacturing teams to ensure technical and timing requirements are met.
• Plan workloads, track progress, and resolve any risks or delays.
• Prepare project documentation, reports, and updates for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD

MRP/ERP

Job description

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager with a background in toolmaking, CNC machining, or precision engineering to join a respected and growing UK manufacturer — with clear opportunities for progression as the business continues to expand. This is a lovely company who value their employees , offer a geat working enviironment and working culture.

About the Role

We're looking for a proactive Project Manager to join our clients team — a leading UK precision engineering and toolmaking company specialising in high-tolerance mould tooling and complex components. This role is pivotal in supporting their customers, coordinating new projects, and driving collaboration across the team to deliver on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage new and existing toolmaking and CNC machining projects from enquiry through to completion.
• Act as the main point of contact for customers, ensuring clear communication and excellent service.
• Work closely with design and manufacturing teams to ensure technical and timing requirements are met.
• Plan workloads, track progress, and resolve any risks or delays.
• Prepare project documentation, reports, and updates for internal and external stakeholders.

About You

• Experience in toolmaking, precision engineering, or CNC manufacturing (3-5 years preferred).
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A confident problem solver with a practical, hands-on approach.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; CAD or MRP/ERP familiarity advantageous.

The Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience).
• Supportive, forward-thinking working environment.
• Opportunities to lead projects for major UK and international customers.
• Excellent scope for future progression as the business grows.
• Private medical cover, pension scheme, and company benefits