Gloucester, Gloucestershire
First Base
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in delivering products or services in manufacturing, site application, or construction, particularly on a global scale.
Key Qualifications:
- Proven ability to meet or exceed customer expectations while prioritising business needs
- Highly organised, consistent, and reliable in task completion
- Ability to balance rigor and agility in process management
- Clear and effective communication skills at all business levels, both internally and externally
- Confidence in reporting and presenting data concisely
- Ability to manage workloads in alignment with project requirements and strict deadlines
- Commitment to continuous improvement
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure with a strong sense of urgency
- Proficiency with various IT systems
Responsibilities:
- Lead project teams to achieve agreed tasks, supporting the Head of Projects and Commercial Manager
- Create and manage comprehensive project plans, covering all relevant cross-functional activities and required resources
- Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors to ensure flawless project execution
- Develop strategic partnerships by building collaborative relationships with key suppliers and clients
- Manage customer communications, resolving issues and removing barriers to project success
- Engage stakeholders and communicate project progress effectively
- Identify and deliver continuous improvement initiatives
- Report on the operational and commercial status of projects effectively
- Manage project finances, ensuring costs and values are continually reported and escalating risks as necessary
- Oversee a team of Project Engineers, including line management responsibilities
- Ensure all activities comply with company and legislative procedures, identifying and addressing training needs
- Perform risk management for all projects
- Conduct client/site visits as necessary (both UK and overseas)
Pay & Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- 15% bonus scheme
- Car allowance
- Private medical insurance
- 6% pension contributions (matched)
- Life insurance at 4x annual salary
- 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
We look forward to your application and the possibility of you joining our team.