World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Project Manager on an initial 12 month contract.The department are looking for a candidate with a good level of experience of working as a Project Manager, Project Engineer or Project Coordinator. A Defence or Aerospace background would be a nice to have. Job Title: Manufacturing Project ManagerRate: £33.00 per hourLocation: BoltonHybrid / Remote working: due to security restrictions, this role will be based onsiteContract: 37 Hours per weekOvertime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at 'time and a quarter'Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)Manufacturing Project Manager Job Description:

Provide support to the Programme Managers and Manufacturing Management Team to define, plan, direct and deliver the manufacturing projects/contracts against business plan targets through rigorous cost control and schedule adherence. Manage stakeholder interfaces including internal customers and ensure accurate reporting of progress against all aspects of project performance.* Ownership of Manufacturing Work Packages from a cost, schedule and quality perspective* Planning, facilitating and providing support to the success of large scale contracts throughout the product life cycle.* Developing and maintaining key relationships with internal customers and key subcontractors.* Ensuring accurate reporting of progress against all aspects of project performance and interpreting requirements back to manufacturing.* Assisting in the preparation and maintenance of contract risk and opportunity plans/budgets.* Communicating consolidated project/programme requirements to a multi-disciplined team to safeguard deliveries.* Playing a key role in tendering/bidding activities associated with the successful acquisition of future business.Role requirements (skills, training and qualifications)* Experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in the delivery of fixed cost programmes, of significant value, within a matrix organisation. Experience within an engineering or production environment would be of preference.* A natural communicator, able to build strong relationships, with experience in driving multi-functional teams and delivering to tight time-scales.* Enthusiastic, pro-active and tenacious individual who can prioritise and understand strategic business needs as well as managing the day-to-day tactical decisions.* Experience in the application of Project Management skills in a relevant business environment.* Good command of Microsoft packages including Excel and PowerPoint