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Project Manager Manufacturing – Excellent long term prospects and package

Are you currently working as a Project Manager with a strong understanding of manufacturing, looking to progress your career within the exciting world of Nuclear Engineering?

Are you based in the Birmingham/West Midlands region, and looking for a new challenge?

This Project Manager Manufacturing opportunity is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution and delivery of manufacturing projects within the Nuclear/Highly regulated sectors. You will ensure the manufacturing activities align with the overall project objectives, delivered on time and budget and meet the required quality standards.

If you are from a Project Management/Manufacturing background and would like to work for a market leading business, please read on.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

* Facilitate and lead the development of the manufacturing project plan and monitor progress against the schedule.

* Provide the Senior Project Manager and the Cost Engineer with updated cost forecasts for manufacturing activities on a monthly basis, according to the reporting calendar.

* Act as the primary communication hub between the customer, Senior Project Manager, and the production facility.

* Coordinate manufacturing activities and allocate resources (materials, personnel, equipment) in collaboration with procurement to meet project deadlines and ensure smooth operations.

* Transfer the budget to procurement when an outsourcing decision is made (and vice-versa).

* Lead customer visits and witness points as needed.

* Produce project KPIs (e.g., schedule adherence, EVA, quality, cost, delivery).

* Ensure manufacturing projects maintain quality and efficiency, complying with company and industry standards.

* Ensure timely completion and communication of NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports).

* Facilitate activities to address issues related to project budget, design or design changes, profitability, quality, and timeliness of delivery.

* Attend and support production planning meetings, seeking to optimise the schedule and support the overall operation.

* Complying with all Health, Safety and Environmental legislation and company standards.

Operational

* Through understanding of Production processes, tolerances and work scopes

* Knowledge of EVA

* Able to produce and read project plans – GANTT chart format

* Thorough understanding of financial reporting

* Able to create risk analysis

* Natural leader, able to ‘win’ support and negotiate solutions

IT

* Excellent Excel, Project and PowerPoint skills

* Ability to look beyond the data and understand the reasons and causes

Required qualifications, skills and attributes

* Of graduate level / capability

* At least 3 years of significant project experience in a highly regulated business

* 3 years of experience of Project Management in a manufacturing environment

* Calm and methodical thinker, detail oriented and task focused

* Very strong communication skills at levels from board to operator

* Able to produce detailed, but brief project reporting

Desired qualifications, skills and attributes

* 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within the manufacturing sector

* Power BI would be advantageous

* Familiarity with MES or ERP systems

In return this Project Management position can offer a clear path of career progression, the chance to work on major projects and long term job security. They also offer comprehensive salary and benefits package.

For more information on this Project Manager Manufacturing position or if you would like to apply, please contact Dean Parry of LDNY People, I am available 8am-8pm Monday to Friday.

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