Head of Projects

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Head of Projects to establish and lead a Project Management Office (PMO) within [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for the planning, execution, and successful delivery of engineering projects across the business. You will introduce best-practice project management methodologies, oversee project delivery, and support the development of project elements within our evolving ERP systems.

Working closely with engineering teams, leadership, and key stakeholders, you will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and lead a PMO framework and project governance structure
• Define project scope, plans, and deliverables from initiation to completion
• Lead and support project managers and cross-functional teams
• Manage project budgets, forecasting, and resource allocation
• Identify and mitigate project risks while maintaining quality standards
• Communicate progress, milestones, and risks to stakeholders
• Implement and improve project management methodologies and processes

About You – Skills and Experience

Essential

• Proven experience leading complex cross-functional projects
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Experience managing budgets, forecasting, and project financials
• Knowledge of project methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid
• Proficiency with project tools such as MS Project, Jira, or Microsoft 365
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Desirable

• Experience with Microsoft Business Central or Dynamics 365 Project Operations
• Prince2 or equivalent programme management qualification
• Degree in Engineering, Science, or related discipline

Why Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a specialist design and manufacturing organisation operating at the forefront of advanced technology solutions.

We offer:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Salary sacrifice pension (5% employer / 3% employee)
• Life assurance
• Westfield Health Scheme, including Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, gym discounts and wellbeing support
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Employee share options

Security Clearance Requirement

This role requires, as a minimum, successful completion of Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks prior to employment. BPSS includes verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history, and basic criminal record checks.

Appointment is conditional upon satisfactory completion of these checks as part of the pre-employment process.

Agency Notice

We operate a preferred supplier list (PSL). Please do not submit speculative CVs to hiring managers — all agency submissions must be made via the Recruitment team. Unsolicited CVs will not be considered.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced project leader looking to build and lead a PMO within an innovative engineering organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply using the form on this page.