Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Salary: £45,000.0 to £55,000.0 per year, £50,000

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Disability Confident: No

Closing Date: 08/02/2026

Your new company Are you an experienced Project Manager with a strong track record of delivering complex engineering programmes?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading automotive engineering organisation at the forefront of innovation and advanced manufacturing.

Your new role:
You will take ownership of end‑to‑end project delivery across a portfolio of automotive engineering programmes.

• Leading full project lifecycle activities from concept through to production release
• Managing project plans, budgets, risks, and stakeholder expectations
• Coordinating engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless delivery
• Driving continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with internal processes and industry standards
• Reporting project status to senior leadership and supporting strategic decision‑making

• Proven experience managing engineering projects within the automotive or wider manufacturing sector
• Strong understanding of product development processes, engineering change, and quality systems
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple work streams in a fast‑paced, technically demanding environment
• Project management qualifications (e.g., Prince2, APM) are advantageous but not essential

You’ll join a forward‑thinking organisation investing heavily in new technologies, offering genuine opportunities for progression and professional development. A salary of up to £50,000 and benefits package is available for the right candidate.

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