Project Engineering Manager

Reporting to Head of Projects

To work withing the Projects team to deliver turnkey powder handling, fluid and processing solutions. This role is focused on delivering projects (Project Management) but with a bias on the engineering elements in order to provide a more holistic delivery.
Work closely with the client, suppliers, and the Engineering & Production teams to deliver a solution incorporating the optimum materials handling equipment and systems (standard and bespoke) in a cost effective and timely manner and in accordance with company objectives.

Main Responsibilities and tasks

Work with the client and inhouse engineering teams to design and deliver powder handling, fluid and bespoke systems.

Oversee the development of engineering 3D models and drawings for a range of system requirements such as plant layout, general arrangement, and detail drawings.

Develop and maintain accurate project schedules in Microsoft Project or similar platform

Develop and maintain accurate project Risk schedules

Manage and track project costs to budget and achieve budgeted project gross margin.

Maintain accurate Variation Order change control methods, monitoring closely changes to scope and supply.

Tender and procure system components and fabrications working with Procurements to achieve best price and availability.

Attend site and remote meetings with clients, suppliers, and installation providers

Arrange and oversee site installation (mechanical and controls/electrical) and commissioning.

Person Specification

Degree qualified in an engineering discipline, including Mechanical, Electrical or Electronics

5 – 7 years project engineering experience in similar or related industries, utilising similar technologies, and project scope, including Automation, Automotive Oil & Gas

Experience of process / systems within the food industry desirable

Familiar with manufacturing environments and regulations including the Machinery Directive, ISO9001, ATEX and British Standards for equipment design.

Flexibility and willingness to contribute as needed to project and company success.

Willingness to travel to customer sites at short notice