Project Manager - Material Handling

Role: Project Manager
Location: Widnes
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Project Manager to join our client, a reputable organisation in manufacturing. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with a background in mechanical engineering to contribute to the successful delivery of technically challenging and rewarding projects.
Role
As a Project Manager, you will report to the Programme Director, you will be accountable for the delivery of a variety of projects and managing contractual relationships. You will coordinate stakeholder activities, maintain project schedules, and ensure deliverables meet high-quality standards. Your contributions will be essential in identifying and addressing risks, driving projects to completion within scope, budget, and timelines.
Responsibilities

• Attend and document regular customer meetings.
• Action all responsibilities agreed at said customer meetings.
• Chair regular internal department meetings.
• Produce, manage and update comprehensive Microsoft Project plans.
• Manage budgets to ensure as-sold margins are achieved (at a minimum).
• Delegate technical project tasks to Project Engineers.

Experience
The successful candidate will have credible experience managing mechanical engineering projects, specifically material handling or conveyance projects. Key qualifications and attributes include:

• Excellent mechanical engineering technical knowledge.
• A degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical engineering would be highly desirable.
• Exceptional communication skills, with a “lead by example” attitude.

If you have a strong mechanical engineering background and a passion for delivering high-quality projects, apply now to join a forward-thinking and dynamic organisation.