The Opportunity

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we work at the forefront of specialist optoelectronics and sensor manufacturing, supporting customers across sectors including medical, defence, industrial technology, biotechnology and advanced engineering. As part of the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group, we combine the agility of a specialist manufacturer with the strength, stability and international reach of a growing technology business. We are now looking for an experienced Project Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of technically complex customer-funded design and manufacturing projects — with a clear progression path into a broader Programme Manager role. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in driving structured project delivery, cross-functional coordination and process excellence across our manufacturing operation.

What You Will Be Doing

• Managing the full lifecycle delivery of multiple technical engineering projects
• Coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure efficient, compliant project execution
• Monitoring timelines, budgets, resources, risks and project dependencies
• Supporting and maintaining structured NPD/NPI project governance processes
• Providing clear reporting and updates to senior stakeholders and customers
• Ensuring smooth transition of projects from design into manufacturing
• Supporting continuous improvement in project delivery standards, reporting and PMO discipline
• Building strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and external customers

What We Are Looking For

• A degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline
• At least 5 years’ project management experience within a technical or engineering-led environment
• Recognised project management qualification such as PRINCE2 or APM PMP or PMQ
• Experience delivering projects within regulated or high-compliance sectors such as medical, defence, biotech or aerospace
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Excellent planning, analytical and problem-solving capability
• Experience using project management tools such as MS Project, JIRA or SmartSheet

Why Join Us?

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer the opportunity to work on innovative and meaningful engineering programmes within a collaborative and supportive culture. This role offers genuine long-term progression into Programme Management as the business expands its customer project portfolio.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience
• 25 days holiday rising to 26 days after five years’ service, plus bank holidays
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Pension scheme – 5% employee / 4% employer via salary sacrifice
• Employee Share Scheme after 12 months’ service
• Westfield Healthcare scheme including Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, discounted gym membership, retail and travel discounts, Wellbeing App
• Ongoing development opportunities relevant to your role

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you are an experienced technical Project Manager looking for a role where you can make a genuine operational impact and grow into a broader Programme Management position, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and become part of the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s continued growth journey.