Job Opportunity: Project Manager Location: Aylesbury Salary: £40,000 to £50,000 per annum
Are you a skilled Project Manager looking to join a dynamic and innovative engineering company? Do you thrive in a role that offers hybrid working, allowing you to be in the office 3 days a week and work from home 2 days a week? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
About Us: We are a leading engineering company specialising in bespoke manufacturing for clients in the Aerospace, Defence, and Oil and Gas industries. With a reputation for excellence and innovation, we are seeking a dedicated Project Manager to join our team in Aylesbury.
Responsibilities: As a Project Manager at our company, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of projects by:
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Client Liaison: Acting as the primary point of contact between our clients and the company, maintaining a professional approach at all times.
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Variation Management: Recognising, presenting, and negotiating variations with clients, collaborating with internal specialists as needed, such as Thermal Design Engineers and Mechanical Engineers.
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Contract Management: Developing and managing contract programs to ensure activities align with project timelines and requirements, while tracking the status of specific duties.
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Customer Relationship: Taking responsibility for customer contact post-order, facilitating internal communication to ensure Right First Time (RFT), On-time Delivery (OTD), and cost adherence to project expectations.
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Voice of the Customer: Representing the customer within our organisation, leading customer queries post-order by involving internal stakeholders as required.
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Safety Advocacy: Championing safe working practices and standards to prioritise successful project delivery.
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Customer Visits: Conducting customer visits, including managing complaints, supporting sales activities, inspecting special items from suppliers, and participating in face-to-face meetings with customers.
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Effective Communication: Leading communication across all departments involved, providing transparent updates to customers, including delays and additional costs as necessary and appropriate following coordination with the responsible salesperson and management.
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Issue Resolution: Leading the resolution of discrepancies involving relevant stakeholders and, if necessary, the customer, ensuring resolution from both technical and commercial perspectives.
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Cost Management: Verifying costs after the resolution process, ensuring all major items are included, and confirming materials, inspection, and certification align with the agreed scope of supply.
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Contract Reviews: Completing comprehensive contract reviews and reporting findings and recommendations.
Requirements: To excel in this role, you should have:
- Proven experience in project management, ideally within engineering or manufacturing.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- The ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
- A commitment to safety and high-quality project delivery.
- Willingness to travel for customer visits and occasional on-site work.
Why Join Us:
- Competitive salary of £40,000 to £50,000 per annum.
- Hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 days at home).
- Opportunity to work with leading clients in cutting-edge industries.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Room for professional growth and development.
If you are a proactive and dedicated Project Manager seeking an exciting new opportunity with a forward-thinking engineering company, we encourage you to apply today. Join us in shaping the future of engineering excellence!
