5 Project Managers jobs in Barrow in Furness

Project Manager - Lancashire - Up to 50,000 + Hybrid + Benefits - Ref: 1553

I am currently recruiting for a Project Manager to work for one of the UK's leading Bespoke Manufactures.

The organisation has a fantastic background having been established for over 15 years. They are deemed the experts at what they do and have an unrivalled reputation in the market. They work on very interesting projects globally and specialise in the furniture industry.

To support the growth of the business and to be able to deal with the amount of work they have on going, a new role has come to fruition and they have the need to appoint another Project manager on a permanent basis.

In this role as a Project Manager, you are responsible for going into the workshop and interpretate the drawings, making changes as and when is applicable to make sure the drawings are hitting the specific requirements for the clients. In addition to this you will be required to manage budgets and stick to strict time frames to ensure projects run smoothly. Within this role you will be managing a minimum of 10 suppliers and liaising with the Workshop staff members frequently to make sure specifications are met.

Ideal Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 Years experience as a Project Manager
• Knowledge of Bespoke Furniture Manufacturing
• Be confident in managing projects over 1million.
• Experienced in read technical drawings.

Desirable:

• Previously a Joiner or Machinist with a Bespoke background
• Ability to change designs using AutoCAD or Rhino

(If you haven't got Project Management experience but are an experienced Joiner / CNC Machinist with a Timber background and want to transition into a Project Manager role, you will also be strongly considered)

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Project Manager who has passion for Bespoke Manufacturing and has clear attention to detail.

This is an immediate requirement so if you have the required skills and experience then please get in touch ASAP with an up to date copy of your CV to or contact Harry on (phone number removed).

Project Manager - Lancashire - Up to £50,000 + Hybrid + Benefits - Ref: 1553

I am currently recruiting for a Project Manager to work for one of the UK's leading Bespoke Manufactures.

The organisation has a fantastic background having been established for over 15 years. They are deemed the experts at what they do and have an unrivalled reputation in the market. They work on very interesting projects .

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Project Manager to join the team with our prestigious client BAE Systems at their site in Barrow in Furness, this is a 12 month contract and candidates must be ok to work every Wednesday and Thursday on site in Barrow. 

Job Description

Project management background – general knowledge of overall PM process/policies.
Running short-paced project.
Completing the starting and ending projects.
Qualification in PM or experience with carrying out projects/delivering projects/management of projects in the past.
Experience in delivering projects

The individual in this role will manage a small project, or a part of a larger, more complex project, (such as a particular work package), or will support a Project Manager with aspects of managing a larger project.
At this level the incumbent may supervise or guide one or two professional staff and be involved in managing their delivery and performance and providing appraisal and support to their development.
They will have a level of experience in one or more areas of PM practice and be expected to be able to adapt and apply these practices in different circumstances, to develop these practices and to guide and instruct others in their application.
Able to perform intermediate project reporting & scheduling.
Stakeholder engagement and analysis.
Able to undertake intermediate problem solving typically based on previous experience.
Have a good knowledge of Business processes and procedures.
Administration and general office skills including spreadsheets/ Microsoft packages.
Attend on the job training as appropriate.
Able to lead a small non-complex project or a work package of a larger project.
Able to manage the full project life cycle to ensure that, over time, the needs of customers/users continue to be met and that financial and other benefits are achieved.
Identify, assesses and manages risks to the success of the project. Applies appropriate PM methods and tools whether predictive (plan-driven) approaches or adaptive (iterative/agile) approaches. Agrees project approach with stakeholders, and prepares realistic plans (including quality, risk and communications plans) and tracks activities against the project schedule, managing stakeholder involvement as appropriate.

Knowledge:

Project management background – general knowledge of overall PM process/policies.
Running short-paced project.
Completing the starting and ending projects.
Qualification in PM or experience with carrying out projects/delivering projects/management of projects in the past.
Experience in delivering projects
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of PM policies, processes, procedures and systems.
Comprehensive PM experience demonstrated in a professional capacity within a project.
Good knowledge and understanding of their projects.
Comprehensive understanding of one or more Project Management tools techniques and practices.
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the Business environment for their project.
Knowledge and experience of PM governance and assurance processes such as Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs).
Experience of influencing stakeholders typically inside the company to achieve Business success.
Good understanding of the wider PM environment, and of developments and practices in the field.
Good understanding of own project/s, its markets, customers, strategic priorities and culture.
Knowledge acquired through job related training and on the job experience with theoretical and practical skills.
Experience of building relationships and negotiating outcomes with internal stakeholders.
Gathers and analyses information. Supports development of solutions and of implementation approaches.
Application of related PM Competencies will be expected at this level.
Roles typically require a University Degree, or a substantial amount of practical knowledge gained through experience.
Incumbent will be expected have a PM Qualification such as the APM Project Management Qualification.

Recognising the RESTRICTED nature of the work, suitable candidates will be SC cleared or eligible for this level of clearance

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Project Manager to join the team with our prestigious client BAE Systems at their site in Barrow in Furness, this is a 12 month contract and candidates must be ok to work every Wednesday and Thursday on site in Barrow. 

Job Description

Project management background – general knowledge of overall PM process/policies.
Running short-paced project.
Completing the starting and ending projects.
Qualification in PM or experience with carrying out projects/delivering projects/management of projects in the past.
Experience in delivering projects

The individual in this role will manage a small project, or a part of a larger, more complex project, (such as a particular work package), or will support a Project Manager with aspects of managing a larger project.
At this level the incumbent may supervise or guide one or two professional staff and be involved in managing their delivery and performance and providing appraisal and support to their development.
They will have a level of experience in one or more areas of PM practice and be expected to be able to adapt and apply these practices in different circumstances, to develop these practices and to guide and instruct others in their application.
Able to perform intermediate project reporting & scheduling.
Stakeholder engagement and analysis.
Able to undertake intermediate problem solving typically based on previous experience.
Have a good knowledge of Business processes and procedures.
Administration and general office skills including spreadsheets/ Microsoft packages.
Attend on the job training as appropriate.
Able to lead a small non-complex project or a work package of a larger project.
Able to manage the full project life cycle to ensure that, over time, the needs of customers/users continue to be met and that financial and other benefits are achieved.
Identify, assesses and manages risks to the success of the project. Applies appropriate PM methods and tools whether predictive (plan-driven) approaches or adaptive (iterative/agile) approaches. Agrees project approach with stakeholders, and prepares realistic plans (including quality, risk and communications plans) and tracks activities against the project schedule, managing stakeholder involvement as appropriate.

Knowledge:

Project management background – general knowledge of overall PM process/policies.
Running short-paced project.
Completing the starting and ending projects.
Qualification in PM or experience with carrying out projects/delivering projects/management of projects in the past.
Experience in delivering projects
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of PM policies, processes, procedures and systems.
Comprehensive PM experience demonstrated in a professional capacity within a project.
Good knowledge and understanding of their projects.
Comprehensive understanding of one or more Project Management tools techniques and practices.
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the Business environment for their project.
Knowledge and experience of PM governance and assurance processes such as Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs).
Experience of influencing stakeholders typically inside the company to achieve Business success.
Good understanding of the wider PM environment, and of developments and practices in the field.
Good understanding of own project/s, its markets, customers, strategic priorities and culture.
Knowledge acquired through job related training and on the job experience with theoretical and practical skills.
Experience of building relationships and negotiating outcomes with internal stakeholders.
Gathers and analyses information. Supports development of solutions and of implementation approaches.
Application of related PM Competencies will be expected at this level.
Roles typically require a University Degree, or a substantial amount of practical knowledge gained through experience.
Incumbent will be expected have a PM Qualification such as the APM Project Management Qualification.

Recognising the RESTRICTED nature of the work, suitable candidates will be SC cleared or eligible for this level of clearance