Construction Project Manager

Project Manager
Location: Kidderminster
Salary: 55,000

A leading engineering and manufacturing company is seeking a Project Manager to join its site modernisation function in the UK. The company operates advanced manufacturing facilities and employs nearly 1,000 staff.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee the completion of construction projects within a live manufacturing environment, ensuring delivery in line with time, cost, and quality expectations. The Project Manager will be accountable for the direction, coordination, implementation, and successful completion of assigned projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and business targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate, maintain, and deliver project plans for new and ongoing facility construction and modernisation phases.

• Support definition and planning for future project phases according to business needs.

• Proactively manage project risks, costs, and timelines to maximise project value and margin.

• Provide accurate and timely project reporting to all stakeholders in adherence to governance standards.

• Manage, monitor, and motivate project team members and support staff through facility commissioning and handover.

• Work closely with QS and principal contractors to develop effective relationships and management processes.

• Approve or authorise project documents in line with delegated authority guidelines.

Essential Experience & Qualifications:

• Degree or industry-related qualification, or equivalent experience.

• Proven experience planning, managing, and delivering large-scale production, technology, or capital investment projects in live manufacturing environments.

• Sound commercial and financial understanding.

• Proficiency in Project Management software (e.g., Primavera, Microsoft Project).

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels.

• Demonstrated experience in effective risk management and mitigation.

Desirable Experience & Qualifications:

• Recognised Project Management qualification (APM, PRINCE2, etc.).

• Construction-related qualification (e.g., RIBA).

• Knowledge of engineering-focused environments.

• Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational excellence principles.

Person Specification:

• Effective communicator and team player with strong organisational skills.

• Ability to work with multi-disciplined teams in a safety-critical environment.

• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

• Able to prioritise, take decisive action, and respond to changing project requirements.

• Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas.

• Proactive, positive, and committed to delivering high-quality results.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled project manager looking to make an impact in a complex, high-standards manufacturing environment.