Project Manager, Test Engineer

Lab Test Means Project Manager

Location: Filton, Bristol (60% onsite – flexibility required depending on project needs)

Contract Duration: Until 31 December 2026 (possible extension)

Hourly Rate:

• £45.00 per hour (Umbrella)
• £33.64 per hour (PAYE)
• Working Pattern: 35 hours per week (overtime paid at standard rate)
• IR35: Inside IR35

An exciting contract opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lab Test Means Project Manager to support a major engineering and test programme within the aerospace sector. You will play a key role in delivering the infrastructure required for the construction, commissioning and operation of a Hydrogen Test Facility
, alongside multiple test benches supporting a fuel systems test programme.

The role sits within a large, multi‑engineering and test environment and requires strong stakeholder engagement across UK and European sites.

• Full accountability for time, cost and quality delivery of assigned projects
• Definition and ownership of Statements of Work
• Establishing and managing project governance and structure
• Driving project execution using agreed KPIs and metrics
• Active management of risks and opportunities
• Reporting progress and status to internal and external stakeholders
• Capturing lessons learned and driving continuous improvement

• Strong background in Project / Programme Management (PMI qualification desirable)
• Engineering background with strong technical understanding
• Experience delivering engineering or test infrastructure projects
• Confident stakeholder management at all levels, including suppliers and customers
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast‑paced, complex environment
• Experience working within transnational / multi‑site teams
• Excellent communication skills and a high level of professional agility

This role would suit an experienced Project Manager with a hands‑on engineering mindset and a track record of delivering complex test or infrastructure programmes in aerospace or engineering environments.