In brief
This project manager role oversees the full lifecycle of packaging machinery installations from initial order to final customer handover. The work involves coordinating technical teams, managing project budgets and schedules, and leading onsite commissioning activities to ensure successful project completion.
Best for
Experienced project managers with a background in packaging or process machinery installation.
Non-negotiable
PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification required.
Worth knowing
Role requires international travel and the ability to work onsite for consecutive weeks during large installations.
What you need
Required
Project management
3+ years
Project documentation
Clearly required in the listing
Budget management
Clearly required in the listing
Risk management
Clearly required in the listing
Installation management
Clearly required in the listing
Commissioning
Clearly required in the listing
FAT and SAT
Clearly required in the listing
Driving licence
Clearly required in the listing
PRINCE2
Clearly stated in the job description.
Preferred
No preferred skills or technologies were clearly stated.
Your day-to-day
Manage project documentation
Clearly stated in the job description.
Oversee project schedules
Clearly stated in the job description.
Monitor project finances
Clearly stated in the job description.
Lead onsite installations
Clearly stated in the job description.
Coordinate project teams
Clearly stated in the job description.
Conduct acceptance testing
Clearly stated in the job description.
Experience expected
Level
Mid-level
Based on what the listing states
Years of experience
3+ years
of relevant experience stated for this role
Clearly stated in the listing
Evidence from the listing
Years required
“Minimum 3 years' project management experience.”
Experience level
“As the successful Project Manager, you will take ownership of machine installation, commissioning and customer handover activities from order placement to final completion.”
What's on offer
Full job description (from employer)⌄
Project Manager - Packaging Machinery - Home Based Due to continued growth and an increase in project size and complexity, a leading supplier of packaging and process machinery is seeking a Project Manager to deliver turnkey solutions to clients across the food, beverage, pet food, personal care, home care, chemical and industrial sectors. As the successful Project Manager, you will take ownership of machine installation, commissioning and customer handover activities from order placement to final completion. We are looking for someone who enjoys being at the heart of project delivery, working closely with customers, suppliers and installation teams to ensure successful project. A key requirement of this position is the willingness and ability to support larger installations through to completion which could require being onsite for anything from a few days to multiple consecutive weeks. The Package: Salary: £50,000-£55,000 Travel: UK, Ireland & Europe 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays Pension 3% rising with length of service Car or car allowance, 20k miles £550 p/m. Discretionary profit share. Death In Service Private healthcare (Once eligible). Equipment: Mobile Phone, Laptop & Company Credit Card. The Role: Review customer specifications and project requirements. Prepare and review technical and commercial project documentation. Manage project schedules, timescales and key milestones. Monitor project budgets, costs and profitability. Identify and manage project risks, actions and variations. Lead onsite installation activities from commencement through to completion. Coordinate suppliers, subcontractors, service engineers and customer teams. Manage daily site activities, progress meetings and snagging. Manage the machine commissioning, testing and customer training. Attend customer and supplier meetings. Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs). Support supplier training and technical reviews. Requirements: PRINCE2 or equivalent Project Management qualification. Minimum 3 years' project management experience. Full UK Driving Licence & Valid Passport and ability to travel internationally. Factory & Site Acceptance Test (FAT & SAT) experience. Installation and commissioning experience. WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
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