Project Manager, Operations Manager

Lead High-Impact Automation Projects

We're working with a growing, independently owned automation specialist delivering advanced control systems to major names across food & beverage, pharmaceutical, utilities, defence, aerospace, and nuclear sectors. With a £1Bn+ order book, over 100 years of engineering heritage, and a brand-new, fully fitted modern office in South Yorkshire, this is a standout opportunity to take ownership of diverse automation projects and make a real impact.

£50,000 - £80,000 DOE + Pension + Car Allowance

South Yorkshire. Project Values £20K - £3M

Modern New Office Ref: 24767

As Project Manager, you will take ownership of multiple high-value automation projects — leading cross-functional teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards.

• Full project ownership — technical and commercial delivery from concept to handover
• Lead client interactions and manage key stakeholder relationships throughout project lifecycle
• Coordinate internal engineering teams, external contractors, and suppliers
• Review technical proposals and bids, ensuring cost-effective solutions are put forward
• Drive repeat business and long-term client partnerships through excellence in delivery
• Oversee multiple projects across a range of sectors, from £20K to £3M in value

You're an experienced automation professional with a proven track record managing technical projects in fast-paced environments. You're commercially savvy, client-focused, and comfortable balancing priorities.

• Proven experience delivering control and automation projects (PLC, SCADA, HMI, drives)
• Experience working in or alongside as systems integrator
• Strong knowledge of automation software platforms such as Rockwell, Siemens, Wonderware, Ignition
• Experience across key industries: FMCG, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Utilities
• Commercially aware with the ability to manage costs, timelines, and client expectations
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ambitious, technically credible, and self-driven

• Be part of a forward-thinking engineering firm with a secure £1Bn+ pipeline
• Work in brand-new, modern offices designed for collaboration
• Deliver projects that matter in safety-critical and high-security sectors
• Receive structured training, with ongoing CPD and Chartership support
• Benefit from a structure where your voice matters and initiative is rewarded

Located in South Yorkshire, this role would be commutable from Rotherham, Chesterfield, Sheffield, Doncaster, Barnsley, Matlock, Buxton, Retford, Mansfield, Wakefield and Leeds.