Project Manager, Operations Management, Project & Program Management

Senior Project Manager Lead Strategic Projects That Shape the Future Elevation Recruitment Group is working with a forward-thinking business to recruit an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a portfolio of high-profile, strategically important projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Project Manager with experience in manufacturing or engineering to take ownership of projects from initial concept and business case development through to implementation, delivery and handover into business-as-usual operations.

Working closely with teams across Sales, Operations, IT and other key functions, you’ll turn strategic objectives into tangible business results, ensuring projects are delivered effectively, resources are managed efficiently and benefits are realised. Reporting to the Head of People and Transformation, you’ll play a key role in improving project delivery across the business, while developing the capabilities of colleagues and helping to shape the organisation’s approach to project management.

Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of strategic projects, from initial concept and business case development through to implementation and operational handover. Translate business objectives into clearly defined project scopes, delivery plans, budgets and measurable outcomes. Develop and maintain integrated project plans, managing timelines, resources, costs, risks, dependencies and quality. Lead cross-functional project teams, influencing stakeholders and coordinating resources across multiple departments.

Work closely with senior stakeholders and departmental leaders to agree priorities, resolve challenges and maintain project momentum. Establish appropriate project governance, ensuring progress, risks, decisions and financial performance are clearly communicated. Manage project budgets, capital expenditure forecasts, cost control and change management, working closely with Finance. Produce clear, concise reports for project sponsors and the Senior Leadership Team to support informed decision-making.

Identify and manage project risks, issues and dependencies, ensuring appropriate actions are agreed and escalated when required. Oversee the transition of completed projects into day-to-day operations, ensuring a smooth handover and sustainable outcomes. Track project benefits, conduct post-project reviews and share lessons learned to improve future delivery. Support the development of project management processes, tools and templates, while coaching and mentoring colleagues across the business.

About You We’re looking for an organised, adaptable and commercially aware Project Manager who can confidently lead complex projects, bring people together and deliver results in a fast-moving business environment. You’ll ideally bring: A proven track record of delivering complex projects within a manufacturing or engineering environment. Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing senior stakeholders without direct line management responsibility.

Strong project planning, organisation and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and work streams simultaneously. Experience managing project governance, budgets, risks, reporting and stakeholder communications. The ability to translate strategic objectives into practical delivery plans and measurable business outcomes. Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the confidence to challenge assumptions, resolve issues and keep projects on track. A collaborative leadership style, with experience coaching, mentoring and empowering colleagues.

The flexibility to operate effectively in ambiguous or changing environments, balancing competing priorities and…