We are currently retained on a project to find an Engineering Project Manager to join a successful, and growing SME within the Food Manufacturing sector. This role could be the perfect transition for a current Project Engineer who's looking to make their first move into a Project Manager role.
Reporting to the Head of Engineering, this role will be key in the growth and development of a complex food manufacturing site. The site is well-invested and operates on a relatively lean structure, allowing them to make decisions quickly and act accordingly – not waiting for multiple layers of sign-offs! You will be exposed to projects of varying scales, some underway and others pipelined for the near future.
Role:
* Lead/Assist end-to-end delivery of engineering projects, including capital investment, plant upgrades, and process optimisation initiatives. Plan and oversee all project matters.
* Implement improvements and drive initiatives to ensure maximum effectiveness
* Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets aligned with production schedules.
* Ensure minimal disruption to manufacturing operations during project execution.
* Act as the key interface between internal teams, suppliers, and contractors.
* Provide regular project updates, risk assessments, and performance reports to senior leadership.
* Oversee installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment and systems.
* Ensure all projects are transferred fully to the maintenance and production teams.
* Ensure all projects comply with food safety standards.
* Embed hygienic design principles in all engineering solutions.
* Work closely with Quality and Technical teams to meet regulatory and audit requirements.
* Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental, and legal standards.
* Develop and manage Capex & Revenue budgets and business cases.
* Help to prepare budgets and forecasts for assigned activities in accordance with the budget
* Review financial statements to measure productivity and to identify areas for process improvement, cost reduction and improved operational efficiency
* Develop plans for new applications, technologies and design alternatives that offer benefits to both the manufacturing and other site functions
* Operate as part of the site operations team facilitating good interdepartmental communications
Person Spec / Experience:
* Experience within Food Manufacturing industry
* Previously lead / part-lead CAPEX projects
* Team management and stakeholder management
* Ability to make decisions quickly.
* Data driven
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