Key Responsibilities:
- Project Leadership: Manage and oversee all phases of engineering projects from planning through execution, including design, procurement, and construction.
- Engineering Management: Ensure the technical aspects of the project meet the specifications, client requirements, and regulatory standards. Lead the engineering teams in delivering designs, technical solutions, and project specifications.
- Budget & Schedule Management: Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets, schedules, and resources. Implement effective cost control measures to stay on track and within budget.
- Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met.
- Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, vendors, internal teams, and senior management, ensuring regular communication and reporting.
- Team Collaboration & Supervision: Lead and motivate cross-functional teams, including engineers, project coordinators, procurement, and construction teams, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Quality Assurance & Safety: Ensure all engineering and construction activities adhere to company, client, and regulatory standards for safety, quality, and environment.
- Procurement Support: Oversee the procurement process for materials and services, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with project requirements.
- Change Management: Manage changes in project scope, design, or schedule, ensuring change orders are executed in accordance with the contract.
Job Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or related discipline). A Master's degree or PMP certification is a plus.
- Experience: Significant experience in project management, ideally in an EPC contractor environment managing engineering and construction projects.
- Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of engineering principles, construction practices, and industry regulations.
- Project Management Skills: Proven experience managing projects within the UK and overseas, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource management.
- Leadership Skills: Ability to lead, manage, and motivate a multidisciplinary team; excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Software Proficiency: Proficient in project management software (e.g., MS Project) and MS Office suite. Knowledge of CAD and engineering design tools is an advantage.
- Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Engineering or relevant professional certifications is a plus.
Key Competencies:
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Excellent communication skills with clients, vendors, and internal teams
- Analytical and detail-oriented mindset
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools
- Knowledge of relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations
Additional Skills:
- Experience working within the Aerospace industry and/or Engine Testing is beneficial.
- Availability to travel within the UK and overseas, sometimes for extended periods, as required by the project.
- Interest and experience in overseeing and being involved in on-site activities through construction, installation, commissioning, and correlation.
- The role is primarily office-based, but some hybrid working is possible.
If you are a motivated Engineering Project Manager wanting to further your career within the aerospace sector, we would like to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team.
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