Escape Recruitment is looking for a Senior Project Manager with a background in Manufacturing/Engineering to join our client's team in Dunfermline. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the complete lifecycle and success (profit/loss) of assigned projects. This role ensures that all projects align with the company's strategic objectives and are executed efficiently and effectively.
As a key member of the UK management team, you will lead a team and contribute to the development and achievement of key business goals. Your responsibilities include supporting the tendering process, managing project delivery, and ensuring alignment with overall company objectives.
The Role
* Ensuring that project strategies are integrated into the tendering process and contract negotiations to ensure successful execution.
* Identifying and managing risks throughout the bid, negotiation, and delivery phases.
* Overseeing project delivery to both internal and external customers, ensuring efficient execution across the portfolio.
* Establishing and managing project teams to ensure effective delivery, working closely with Sales, Products, Operations, Strategic Supply Chain, and Global Customer Support.
* Efficiently utilising resources and fostering the development of the Project Management team.
* Ensuring smooth transitions between Sales and Delivery, as well as from Delivery to Global Customer Support.
* Supporting the development and adherence to company processes and procedures related to project delivery.
* Driving project execution in line with the company's HSE and Quality standards, ensuring on-time delivery and budget adherence.
* Continuously managing and mitigating risks to support the company's business strategy.
* Support tender meetings and pre-bid reviews to secure the best outcomes for the company.
* Contribute to the categorisation of projects based on risk profiles.
* Approve project budgets, goals, and strategies for each contract.
* Establish and sign Project Charters, empowering Project Managers to meet or exceed budget and delivery targets, adhere to HSE and Quality guidelines, and ensure efficient project handovers.
* Build and maintain professional relationships with customers, fostering trust.
* Collaborate closely with Sales and Global Customer Support to ensure early involvement and smooth handovers.
* Lead improvement projects, reporting, and analysis to continuously enhance performance.
* Contribute to achieving strategic targets for the division and company.
The Candidate
* Essential: Extensive experience in Project and Programme management.
* Essential: Degree-level education or equivalent.
* Essential: Proven experience in budget management and human resource balancing.
* Essential: Demonstrated success in leading projects to meet quality, cost, and schedule requirements.
* Essential: Strong track record in contract negotiations and settlement agreements.
If you feel that this is the right role for you then please apply today, or get in touch with Stuart Barton at Escape Recruitment for more information