Engineering Project Manager in EC1

Job Description

Engineering Project Manager\n\nSalary - Up to £80,000 + 10% bonus\n\nLocation - London (with occasional travel), Hybrid Working 2x a Week.\n\nOur client, a well-established FMCG manufacturer, is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to take full ownership of capital projects, delivering them from initial concept through to operational handover while driving efficiency and innovation across the business.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nTake full lifecycle ownership of engineering projects, ensuring smooth delivery from feasibility through to final implementation\nDevelop clear project frameworks, including scope definition, cost control, scheduling, and risk mitigation\nLead the rollout of new production equipment, factory upgrades, and automated solutions within operational sites\nChampion process improvements by identifying opportunities to increase output, streamline workflows, and enhance performance\nOversee third-party contractors and suppliers on-site, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and delivery expectations\nPartner with cross-functional teams to ensure projects align with operational needs and business priorities\nContribute to capital investment planning and review project outcomes to support continuous improvementKey Requirements\n\nDemonstrated success delivering complex engineering or CAPEX projects within FMCG or a comparable manufacturing environment\nStrong technical understanding of production systems and automation technologies (such as PLCs, SCADA, or similar controls)\nExperience managing projects across all phases, including design, installation, and performance optimisation\nPractical, solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities\nProven ability to manage external vendors and contractors, including commercial and contractual oversight\nFamiliarity with working in regulated environments, with a solid grasp of health & safety and compliance standards\nEngineering qualification (or equivalent experience) alongside confident communication skills across all levels of a businessIf this could be of interest, then please apply or call (phone number removed) for additional information