Project manager

Job Responsibilities: * Manage customer-funded and internal development/production programs. * Assist with bid/scoping phases and oversee the entire project lifecycle from initiation to closure. * Coordinate with various departments including Sales, Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Quality, and Finance. * Manage schedules and resources to ensure on-time project delivery. * Directly liaise with customers to fulfill contractual obligations. * Identify and manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies. * Ensure compliance with export regulations for delivered equipment. * Report on project progress, risks, and financial status to senior leadership. * Support governance, continuous improvement, and process optimization. * Help with bid preparation and manage projects requiring customer-funded development. * Oversee subcontractors to ensure they meet contractual obligations. * Act as the main point of contact for project status and performance updates. * Estimate project costs and prepare schedules for bids. * Facilitate communication across project teams, stakeholders, and other departments. * Monitor progress against project plans and control budgets to avoid overruns. * Take corrective action to stay on track with project timelines and financial targets. * Organize Factory Acceptance Tests for deliverables. * Coordinate equipment dispatch, delivery, and commissioning as required. * Attend production and procurement meetings to ensure timely output. * Travel within the UK and overseas when necessary, often at short notice. Experience: * HND or degree in project management or relevant experience. * APM qualification is advantageous. * 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in engineering development. * Experience managing projects from initiation to closure. * Budget management and forecasting experience. * Software development project management experience is highly desirable