Senior Project Manager

A rapidly expanding manufacturer within the medical device sector is seeking to hire a Senior Project Engineer to support new product introduction projects. This role will form part of the Engineering team and work closely with Quality, Operations, and off-site manufacturing sites. The position is suited to a self-starter who can adapt to changing business needs and deliver projects in a controlled and timely manner.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Develop project objectives in line with customer and internal requirements, engaging with customers and management as needed.

Assess project risk, forecast potential issues, and implement risk reduction strategies.

Develop and manage project schedules, sequencing project elements and calculating time requirements.

Communicate assigned tasks to internal and external project team members.

Coordinate with the project team to ensure delivery per schedule.

Obtain quotations, compile project costings, and provide reports to management.

Review design, specifications, and schedule changes, recommending actions as required.

Prepare project status reports by collecting, analysing, and summarising information.

Prioritise and manage workload across parallel projects.

Liaise with manufacturing sites and subcontractors on project activities.

Support manufacturing operations to ensure smooth project handover into production.

Collaborate with Quality to ensure delivery of customer requirements.

Degree in Mechanical, Process, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent.

7–10 years’ relevant experience in a continuous manufacturing environment.

Proven technical project management experience.

Client-facing project delivery experience in a contract manufacturing environment.

Strong knowledge of technical and product development processes.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects to scope, budget, and schedule.

Experience influencing decision-making in technical meetings with customers and cross-functional teams.

Strong stakeholder management and presentation skills.

Experience in scope creep and project change management.

Solution-oriented, with the ability to forecast and communicate technical challenges.

Software & Tools :

Proficiency in MS Project and Microsoft Office Suite.

Experience with SolidWorks (or equivalent).

Proficiency in statistical analysis tools such as Minitab.

Desirable :

Project management qualification.

Lean Green Belt certification.

Experience in medical device or other regulated manufacturing environments.

Knowledge of polymers, injection moulding, tooling design, and process development.

Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

Immediate interviews available for suitable candidates.

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