Project Manager (Manufacturing)

Project Manager We are seeking a Project Manager who is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of manufacturing projects within a highly regulated environment. This role ensures that manufacturing activities align with the overall project objectives, are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the required quality standards. This role plays a key part in driving the success of the manufacturing aspect of the project, ensuring it contributes to the company’s overall goals and customer satisfaction. Functionally they will report through the Master Production Scheduler to the Head of Manufacturing, for projects they will report (dotted line) to the Project Manager for their projects. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Facilitate and lead the development of the manufacturing project plan and monitor progress against the schedule. Provide the Senior Project Manager and the Cost Engineer with updated cost forecasts for manufacturing activities on a monthly basis, according to the reporting calendar. Act as the primary communication hub between the customer, Senior Project Manager, and the production facility. Coordinate manufacturing activities and allocate resources (materials, personnel, equipment) in collaboration with procurement to meet project deadlines and ensure smooth operations. Transfer the budget to procurement when an outsourcing decision is made (and vice-versa). Lead customer visits and witness points as needed. Produce project KPIs (e.g., schedule adherence, EVA, quality, cost, delivery). Ensure manufacturing projects maintain quality and efficiency, complying with company and industry standards. Ensure timely completion and communication of NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports). Facilitate activities to address issues related to project budget, design or design changes, profitability, quality, and timeliness of delivery. Complying with all Health, Safety and Environmental legislation and company standards. To support this role, you should have the following knowledge or technical skills: Operational Through understanding of Production processes, tolerances and work scopes Knowledge of EVA Able to produce and read project plans – GANTT chart format Thorough understanding of financial reporting Able to create risk analysis Natural leader, able to ‘win’ support and negotiate solutions Required qualifications, skills and attributes Of graduate level / capability At least 3 years of significant project experience in a highly regulated business 3 years of experience of Project Management in a manufacturing environment Calm and methodical thinker, detail oriented and task focused Very strong communication skills at levels from board to operator Able to produce detailed, but brief project reporting Desired qualifications, skills and attributes 5 years of experience in a similar role within the manufacturing sector Power BI Familiarity with MES or ERP systems If you feel you have the experience and range to support this strongly manufacturing focused role, then please apply directly. These are site-based positions and candiadtes will need to be able to potentially support security clearance Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included