Project Manager

ROLE – Project Manager (Mechanical Design)



SALARY - £45,000- £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience)



TYPE – Permanent



Location- Bristol



My client is a specialist manufacturer. They are looking for a Project Manager with a background in Mechanical Design Engineering to join their team in Bristol on a permanent basis.



The Project Manager will ideally have the following attributes:



Experienced Project Manager, ideally with a background in Mechanical Design / Product Development

Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Knowledge of manufacturing processes including sheet metal, fabrication, welded parts and machining

Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo etc.

Knowledge of a variety of materials – sheet metal, injection moulded plastics etc.

Be able to read engineering drawings

Strong leadership skills

Proven ability to manage multiple projects at once and deliver results on time and budget

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written

Be able to work well individually as well as part of a team 



Responsibilities include:



Lead and Project Manage the Design, Prototyping, Development, Testing and Introduction of new products

Identifying and managing full lifecycle projects, from bid to manufacture and delivery

Successfully delivering projects on time and on budget

Working on full lifecycle design projects

Designing and developing new products

Producing detailed works schedules, resource and projects plans

Liaising with clients as required keeping them up to date with project progress

Working with design, purchasing and production departments

Presenting project plans and reports to management

Reporting progress, managing risks and responding to issues

Maintaining technical documentation as required

Working in a small, multidisciplined team 



If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible