Junior Project Manager - Engineering

Jenkins Recruitment Solutions Ltd

Posted 13 hours ago, valid for 23 days

Chelmsford, Essex CM3 4SX, England

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

Full Time

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Job Title: Junior Project Manager - Engineering Location: Chelmsford BasedSalary: £45k plus benefitsAre you from an engineering/component manufacturing/electronics background and ready to take the next step in your project management career? We are partnering with a pioneering technology company that is seeking a Junior Project Manager to join their team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work at the forefront of advanced technologies, collaborating with highly experienced engineers who are leaders in their field and work with the most advanced systems available.About the RoleIn this role, you will work on strategic R&D and customer-funded projects, driving innovation and excellence. You will have the opportunity to influence the future of cutting-edge products, delivering them to market while ensuring project goals are met on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This really is a unique opportunity to join a leading organisation at the forefront of their field.Key Responsibilities

Work with cross-functional teams of engineers and manufacturing staff to deliver complex projects.
Apply and enforce effective project management techniques and processes.
Build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
Schedule and manage projects using Microsoft Project and MS Project Server.
Identify and mitigate project risks and issues before escalation.
Collaborate with Finance to monitor budgets and prepare project status dashboards.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes.

Qualifications & Experience

1-2 years proven experience in managing projects from bid to production, with a focus on production within a manufacturing/engineering environment.
Strong communication skills with the ability to manage customer expectations effectively.
Solid understanding of risk management in project contexts.
Proficiency in MS Project, MS Project Server, or similar enterprise project management tools.
Working knowledge of SAP is advantageous.
Eligibility for Security Clearance and UK Nationality are required due to the nature of the projects.

Please note, we are only looking for applicants from an engineering background with both a technical and project management background.If you are driven, passionate about technology, and ready to take on new challenges, we want to hear from you.

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