Bespoke Car Build - Project Manager

Location: South Cerney

Project Leader – Specialist Automotive Builds (Confidential)

We’re working with a highly respected specialist automotive builder operating at the very top end of craftsmanship and detail. An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Leader to take full ownership of a vehicle build platform from start to finish.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who lives and breathes the build, understands how decisions affect quality, budget, and delivery, and takes pride in seeing a project delivered properly.

The Role

You’ll have end-to-end responsibility for a specific build programme, ensuring every vehicle is delivered to exacting standards, on time and to agreed specification. You’ll coordinate skilled in-house teams and specialist suppliers, manage timelines and costs, and act as the guardian of quality throughout the process.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead complete vehicle builds from strip-down to final sign-off

* Coordinate workshop disciplines and specialist subcontractors

* Own project timelines, budgets, and delivery milestones

* Maintain high standards of quality control at all critical build stages

* Manage and motivate a skilled build team, including planning, reviews, and development

* Monitor productivity, hours, and efficiency against targets

* Maintain clear documentation and build records

* Drive continuous improvement in build processes, tooling, and methods

What We’re Looking For

* Proven experience in the automotive build or restoration sector

* Strong project leadership skills with a quality-first mindset

* Solid understanding of automotive systems (modern and/or classic)

* Confident managing budgets, suppliers, and internal resources

* Highly organised, calm under pressure, and detail-focused

* Comfortable working with drawings, specifications, and technical documentation

* A natural leader who sets high standards and expects the same from others

Why Apply

This is a rare chance to join a true craftsmanship-led environment, where design, detail, and driving experience genuinely matter. You’ll be trusted with significant responsibility and given the autonomy to run projects properly — not rushed, not compromised