Project Manager, Operations Management, Project & Program Management

A global leading manufacturer of complex products supplied to the Aerospace, Automotive, Defence and High Technology sectors has a new vacancy for a Project Manager. Joining at a time of significant company investment and expansion, you will be responsible for the planning, coordination and execution of engineering projects across the site and ensuring successful New Product Introduction. Candidates are sought with proven project management experience gained in a fast-paced complex manufacturing environment (aerospace, automotive, defence, energy, etc)

• Lead the NPI process with a view to consistently looking for ways to improve.
• Plan, schedule and manage project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools
• Establish programme objectives, milestones, deliverables and governance arrangements.
• Lead regular customer programme reviews and performance meetings.
• Work closely with the production & supply chain teams to ensure customer demand is understood.
• Lead recovery plans for late deliveries, capacity constraints, quality issues and supplier delays.
• Maintain visibility of the critical path from customer demand through to final delivery.
• Co-ordinate internal and external resources.
• Manage risks & issues and escalat as required.
• Establish and maintain project governance.

• Proven experience in a Project Management position.
• Demonstrable experience leading complex large-scale projects.
• Previous experience working in a highly regulated industry (aerospace, automotive, defence, etc).
• Project Management qualification (PMP, PRINCE2, or similar) preferred.
• Ability to Understand and manage conflicting priorities in order to maximize success.
• Ability to use technology effectively and efficiently to manage workload
• Strong commercial awareness.