Project Manager
Posted on Jul 22, 2026 by CV-Library
Wakefield, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£50k - £55k Annual
Full-Time
Position: Project Manager
Responsible to: Programme Manager
Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £50-55K, commensurate with experience
Hours of Work: 37 hours a week - 8am to 4.30pm, Monday to Thursday, 8am to 1pm, Friday
Nicholas Associates have an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager, to join an established client in the West Yorkshire area.
Our client is a leading engineering and manufacturing business specialising in heavy engineering projects, delivering complex, large-scale contracts. As the central point of coordination, driving progress, resolving issues and maintaining momentum, the Project Manager will take full ownership of assigned projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This is a hands-on role requiring a practical, solution-focused approach, with regular presence on the shopfloor and at project sites.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage the delivery of assigned projects, ensuring control of scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality through to final handover
Take ownership of challenges, proactively identifying issues and implementing effective solutions to maintain progress
Maintain and update project plans, monitor milestone performance, and drive recovery actions where required
Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure timely design completion, including management of drawings, specifications, and change control
Oversee procurement and manufacturing progress, working closely with suppliers and internal teams to support on-time delivery of key components
Drive and coordinate build activities across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring readiness for testing and commissioning
Maintain a visible and active presence on the shopfloor and at project sites to monitor progress and resolve issues directly
Manage customer and site interfaces, coordinating enabling works and ensuring dependencies are effectively controlled
Plan and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), installation, and commissioning activities
Monitor project costs and performance, supporting forecasting, reporting, and commercial requirements
Maintain accurate and structured project documentation, ensuring compliance with internal processes and contractual requirements
Coordinate subcontractors and support effective communication across all project stakeholders
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
Qualifications
Project Management qualification e.g. PRINCE2, APM, APMP or equivalent
Engineering qualification (mechanical, electrical, manufacturing or similar) level 3-6 or equivalent
Skills & Knowledge
Demonstrated resilience and ability to adapt to changing project demands and delivery challenges
Ability to develop, manage and maintain detailed project schedules; identifying and mitigating risks
Proficiency in project planning tools e.g. Microsoft Project or equivalent
Commercial awareness, inc. cost control, forecasting, cash flow and subcontractor management
Technical awareness of engineering systems (mechanical, electrical, controls, hydraulics)
Knowledge of ERP systems
Understanding of NEC3/NEC4 contracts or similar contractual frameworks
Experience
Proven experience in project management within capital equipment, machinery build or complex engineered systems delivery
Experience working to demanding delivery schedules and supporting programme recovery activity
Experience in presenting project updates and reviews to customers and senior stakeholders
Experience for coordinating internal teams and subcontractors across multiple workstreams
Experience of producing clear, high quality project reports for senior stakeholders and customers
Experience of machinery build and multidisciplinary systems integration
Experience in managing installation and commission activities
Experience within heavy engineering, manufacturing or industrial environments
About Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies
Responsible to: Programme Manager
Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £50-55K, commensurate with experience
Hours of Work: 37 hours a week - 8am to 4.30pm, Monday to Thursday, 8am to 1pm, Friday
Nicholas Associates have an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager, to join an established client in the West Yorkshire area.
Our client is a leading engineering and manufacturing business specialising in heavy engineering projects, delivering complex, large-scale contracts. As the central point of coordination, driving progress, resolving issues and maintaining momentum, the Project Manager will take full ownership of assigned projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This is a hands-on role requiring a practical, solution-focused approach, with regular presence on the shopfloor and at project sites.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage the delivery of assigned projects, ensuring control of scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality through to final handover
Take ownership of challenges, proactively identifying issues and implementing effective solutions to maintain progress
Maintain and update project plans, monitor milestone performance, and drive recovery actions where required
Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure timely design completion, including management of drawings, specifications, and change control
Oversee procurement and manufacturing progress, working closely with suppliers and internal teams to support on-time delivery of key components
Drive and coordinate build activities across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring readiness for testing and commissioning
Maintain a visible and active presence on the shopfloor and at project sites to monitor progress and resolve issues directly
Manage customer and site interfaces, coordinating enabling works and ensuring dependencies are effectively controlled
Plan and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), installation, and commissioning activities
Monitor project costs and performance, supporting forecasting, reporting, and commercial requirements
Maintain accurate and structured project documentation, ensuring compliance with internal processes and contractual requirements
Coordinate subcontractors and support effective communication across all project stakeholders
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
Qualifications
Project Management qualification e.g. PRINCE2, APM, APMP or equivalent
Engineering qualification (mechanical, electrical, manufacturing or similar) level 3-6 or equivalent
Skills & Knowledge
Demonstrated resilience and ability to adapt to changing project demands and delivery challenges
Ability to develop, manage and maintain detailed project schedules; identifying and mitigating risks
Proficiency in project planning tools e.g. Microsoft Project or equivalent
Commercial awareness, inc. cost control, forecasting, cash flow and subcontractor management
Technical awareness of engineering systems (mechanical, electrical, controls, hydraulics)
Knowledge of ERP systems
Understanding of NEC3/NEC4 contracts or similar contractual frameworks
Experience
Proven experience in project management within capital equipment, machinery build or complex engineered systems delivery
Experience working to demanding delivery schedules and supporting programme recovery activity
Experience in presenting project updates and reviews to customers and senior stakeholders
Experience for coordinating internal teams and subcontractors across multiple workstreams
Experience of producing clear, high quality project reports for senior stakeholders and customers
Experience of machinery build and multidisciplinary systems integration
Experience in managing installation and commission activities
Experience within heavy engineering, manufacturing or industrial environments
About Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies
Reference: 225401355
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Project Manager
Posted on Jul 22, 2026 by CV-Library
Wakefield, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£50k - £55k Annual
Full-Time
Position: Project Manager
Responsible to: Programme Manager
Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £50-55K, commensurate with experience
Hours of Work: 37 hours a week - 8am to 4.30pm, Monday to Thursday, 8am to 1pm, Friday
Nicholas Associates have an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager, to join an established client in the West Yorkshire area.
Our client is a leading engineering and manufacturing business specialising in heavy engineering projects, delivering complex, large-scale contracts. As the central point of coordination, driving progress, resolving issues and maintaining momentum, the Project Manager will take full ownership of assigned projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This is a hands-on role requiring a practical, solution-focused approach, with regular presence on the shopfloor and at project sites.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage the delivery of assigned projects, ensuring control of scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality through to final handover
Take ownership of challenges, proactively identifying issues and implementing effective solutions to maintain progress
Maintain and update project plans, monitor milestone performance, and drive recovery actions where required
Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure timely design completion, including management of drawings, specifications, and change control
Oversee procurement and manufacturing progress, working closely with suppliers and internal teams to support on-time delivery of key components
Drive and coordinate build activities across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring readiness for testing and commissioning
Maintain a visible and active presence on the shopfloor and at project sites to monitor progress and resolve issues directly
Manage customer and site interfaces, coordinating enabling works and ensuring dependencies are effectively controlled
Plan and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), installation, and commissioning activities
Monitor project costs and performance, supporting forecasting, reporting, and commercial requirements
Maintain accurate and structured project documentation, ensuring compliance with internal processes and contractual requirements
Coordinate subcontractors and support effective communication across all project stakeholders
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
Qualifications
Project Management qualification e.g. PRINCE2, APM, APMP or equivalent
Engineering qualification (mechanical, electrical, manufacturing or similar) level 3-6 or equivalent
Skills & Knowledge
Demonstrated resilience and ability to adapt to changing project demands and delivery challenges
Ability to develop, manage and maintain detailed project schedules; identifying and mitigating risks
Proficiency in project planning tools e.g. Microsoft Project or equivalent
Commercial awareness, inc. cost control, forecasting, cash flow and subcontractor management
Technical awareness of engineering systems (mechanical, electrical, controls, hydraulics)
Knowledge of ERP systems
Understanding of NEC3/NEC4 contracts or similar contractual frameworks
Experience
Proven experience in project management within capital equipment, machinery build or complex engineered systems delivery
Experience working to demanding delivery schedules and supporting programme recovery activity
Experience in presenting project updates and reviews to customers and senior stakeholders
Experience for coordinating internal teams and subcontractors across multiple workstreams
Experience of producing clear, high quality project reports for senior stakeholders and customers
Experience of machinery build and multidisciplinary systems integration
Experience in managing installation and commission activities
Experience within heavy engineering, manufacturing or industrial environments
About Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies
Responsible to: Programme Manager
Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £50-55K, commensurate with experience
Hours of Work: 37 hours a week - 8am to 4.30pm, Monday to Thursday, 8am to 1pm, Friday
Nicholas Associates have an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager, to join an established client in the West Yorkshire area.
Our client is a leading engineering and manufacturing business specialising in heavy engineering projects, delivering complex, large-scale contracts. As the central point of coordination, driving progress, resolving issues and maintaining momentum, the Project Manager will take full ownership of assigned projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This is a hands-on role requiring a practical, solution-focused approach, with regular presence on the shopfloor and at project sites.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage the delivery of assigned projects, ensuring control of scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality through to final handover
Take ownership of challenges, proactively identifying issues and implementing effective solutions to maintain progress
Maintain and update project plans, monitor milestone performance, and drive recovery actions where required
Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure timely design completion, including management of drawings, specifications, and change control
Oversee procurement and manufacturing progress, working closely with suppliers and internal teams to support on-time delivery of key components
Drive and coordinate build activities across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring readiness for testing and commissioning
Maintain a visible and active presence on the shopfloor and at project sites to monitor progress and resolve issues directly
Manage customer and site interfaces, coordinating enabling works and ensuring dependencies are effectively controlled
Plan and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), installation, and commissioning activities
Monitor project costs and performance, supporting forecasting, reporting, and commercial requirements
Maintain accurate and structured project documentation, ensuring compliance with internal processes and contractual requirements
Coordinate subcontractors and support effective communication across all project stakeholders
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
Qualifications
Project Management qualification e.g. PRINCE2, APM, APMP or equivalent
Engineering qualification (mechanical, electrical, manufacturing or similar) level 3-6 or equivalent
Skills & Knowledge
Demonstrated resilience and ability to adapt to changing project demands and delivery challenges
Ability to develop, manage and maintain detailed project schedules; identifying and mitigating risks
Proficiency in project planning tools e.g. Microsoft Project or equivalent
Commercial awareness, inc. cost control, forecasting, cash flow and subcontractor management
Technical awareness of engineering systems (mechanical, electrical, controls, hydraulics)
Knowledge of ERP systems
Understanding of NEC3/NEC4 contracts or similar contractual frameworks
Experience
Proven experience in project management within capital equipment, machinery build or complex engineered systems delivery
Experience working to demanding delivery schedules and supporting programme recovery activity
Experience in presenting project updates and reviews to customers and senior stakeholders
Experience for coordinating internal teams and subcontractors across multiple workstreams
Experience of producing clear, high quality project reports for senior stakeholders and customers
Experience of machinery build and multidisciplinary systems integration
Experience in managing installation and commission activities
Experience within heavy engineering, manufacturing or industrial environments
About Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies
Reference: 225401355
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