Interim Project Engineering Manager in BA14

Job DescriptionInterim Engineering Project Manager South West England Food Manufacturing / FMCG An experienced Engineering Project Manager is required to lead the equipment workstream for a major new food manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on project delivery role, managing multiple equipment packages from initial specification and supplier selection through design, manufacture, installation, commissioning and final operational handover. Key Responsibilities: - Lead multiple capital equipment projects from concept to completion. - Manage equipment suppliers, contractors and engineering partners. - Oversee specifications, technical requirements, budgets, programmes and project risks. - Coordinate equipment installation with building, utilities and M&E infrastructure. - Drive supplier performance and resolve technical and delivery challenges. - Lead commissioning, operational handover and project close-out. - Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Technical, Health & Safety and wider project teams. About You: - Proven experience delivering complex capital equipment projects within manufacturing. - Strong knowledge of equipment specification, supplier management, installation and commissioning. - Excellent project planning, commercial and stakeholder management skills. - A practical, proactive approach with strong engineering problem-solving ability. - An engineering degree or equivalent practical experience. - Experience within food manufacturing, FMCG, automation or major factory developments would be advantageous