Project Manager

Full Job Description

Project Manager

Location – Sandwich, Kent

Salary – Highly competitive depending on experience

Hours - 9 am - 5 pm, 9-day fortnight (every other Friday is a non-working day)

Benefits – Profit sharing scheme, rewards and recognition, and more!

Permanent

Can you demonstrate experience in a relevant Engineering discipline (mechanical, electro-optics, software, systems architecture?

Have you a proven track record in project management within that Engineering discipline?

Our client is a very well-established precision engineering manufacturer whose core products are supplied to more than 50 countries. They manufacture and supply an extensive range of cutting-edge precision technology directly to end users and offer a comprehensive capability as a prime supplier. They are currently looking for a Project Manager to join their expanding team working at their great manufacturing facility in Sandwich, Kent.

Responsibilities

* Plan and accomplish goals and meet objectives; think and act correctly on your initiative.

* Prepare cost and price build-up analysis using data in the company's MRP and cost models

* Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant internal stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility

* Coordinate with other departments to ensure all aspects of each project are compatible

* Liaise with operations for lead time estimates and production schedule updates for customers.

* Coordinate internal business resources and third parties (vendors, supply chain, etc) for the

* successful execution and delivery of multiple projects

* Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within budget and scope

* Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress

* Measure performance using appropriate project management tools and techniques

* Perform risk management to minimise potential risks

* Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors

* Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation

* Delegate appropriate project tasks effectively based on team members' strengths, skills, knowledge and experience (SKE) levels

Skills and Experience

Must have demonstrable experience in a relevant Engineering discipline (mechanical, electro-optics, software, systems architecture, etc)

A good track record in project management within that Engineering discipline

Possess excellent client-facing and internal communication skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for the role

Have solid organisational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office software

Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification is highly desirable

Budget Management & Cost Control experience

Risk Management & Mitigation experience in a similar role

Leadership of interdisciplinary Project Teams

Negotiation & Critical thinking skills

Must have Problem Solving & Analytical Skills

To find out more about the position, please apply and we will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.

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