JOB – Junior Project Manager (Mechanical Engineering)LOCATION – RochesterTERM- PermanentSALARY - £35,000-£45,000, dependent on experienceMy client is a specialist machinery manufacturer supplying machinery into a range of sectors. They are looking for a Project Manager to join their team in Rochester on a permanent basis.The Project Manager will ideally have the following attributes:
* Background in Mechanical Engineering (Degree qualified etc.)
* Project Management skills/ experience
* An educational or hands-on background in Engineering
* Technical Mechanical Engineering knowledge
* Be able to read engineering drawings / understand manufacturing processes
* Strong client-facing experience
* Proven ability to manage multiple projects at once and deliver results on time and budget
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
* Be able to work well individually as well as part of a team
* Be flexible to travel as required
Responsibilities include:
1. Identifying and managing full lifecycle projects, from bid generation to manufacture and delivery
2. Successfully delivering projects on time and on budget
3. Producing detailed works schedules, resource and projects plans
4. Liaising with clients as required keeping them up to date with project progress