Job Title: Project Manager (Interim)

Salary: £500 - £550 per day inside IR35

Benefits: Pension, Life Assurance, 25 Days Holiday, Overtime + more

Job Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: Telford

Job Start date: ASAP

Shift Pattern: Days

We’re supporting our client, a leading global manufacturer based in Telford, who are looking for a Project Manager to join their growing team. The successful Project Manager will have experience in a project management role, with excellent project management skills, including the ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.

Position Overview: As a Project Manager, you'll be responsible for overseeing the successful execution of specific automation/tooling projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet the highest quality standards.

The role will play a critical role in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing customer relationships, and driving continuous improvement in our project management processes.

The scope of the role will be automotive automation/tooling programs, where it will be necessary to use strong technical and people skills to manage customer programmes from design / concept stage through installation and commissioning of automated assembly equipment and /or tooling.

Responsibilities for Project Manager:

Lead launch and buy off activity, organizing projects from concept to production, including customer liaison, design, budgeting and product review
Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with customers and internal stakeholders
Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets, tracking progress and making adjustments as needed
Present oneself in a professional business manner at all times, developing customer relationships that provide satisfaction, quality, and company profitability
Establish and maintain effective communication with customers, internal departments, and suppliers regarding various elements of manufacturing product design process (feasibility reviews, cost control, engineering changes, continuous improvement initiatives, etc.)
Act as the main point of contact for customers, providing regular project updates, managing expectations, and addressing any concerns.
Estimate and monitor costs and hours to complete specific projects
Research new or different equipment and technologies for future competitiveness
Conduct regular project status meetings and prepare progress reports for key stakeholders
Identify and mitigate project risks, implementing effective contingency plans when necessary
Ensure ISO Standard Operating Procedures are followed by Team Members
Ensure that project teams are following the safety rules, standards and procedures at all times

About You:

Good interpersonal skills with demonstrable problem-solving expertise
Work collaboratively to achieve project/company goals
Flexibility to travel within Europe and beyond
Effective communicator both written and verbal
Eligibility to work in the UK
Mechanical Engineering Degree/ Diploma or Recognized Certificate of Qualification in a Mechanical trade AND/ OR minimum 10 years’ experience in automotive assembly / tooling manufacturing environment at commensurate level
Demonstrable track record in Project Management role with excellent project management skills, including the ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams
Commercial awareness and customer facing experience
Knowledge of GD&T / CMM inspection reports
Strong technical background, with a solid understanding of automated equipment design and integration
Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, Auto CAD and Visual Manufacturing System
Proficiency in project management tools and software
Previous budget responsibility
Prince 2 or other project management qualification is desirable

Job Application:

If you would like to be considered for the role of Project Manager, please apply with your full CV - or call us now. Whilst this position may not be of interest to you or suit your skills and experience, please don’t hesitate to get in contact with a member of the team at Willcox Matthews to understand how we can support you.

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