Engineering Project Manager

Engineering Project Manager

Salary - Up to -80,000 + 10% bonus

Location - London (with occasional travel), Hybrid Working 2x a Week.

Our client, a well-established FMCG manufacturer, is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to take full ownership of capital projects, delivering them from initial concept through to operational handover while driving efficiency and innovation across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full lifecycle ownership of engineering projects, ensuring smooth delivery from feasibility through to final implementation
• Develop clear project frameworks, including scope definition, cost control, scheduling, and risk mitigation
• Lead the rollout of new production equipment, factory upgrades, and automated solutions within operational sites
• Champion process improvements by identifying opportunities to increase output, streamline workflows, and enhance performance
• Oversee third-party contractors and suppliers on-site, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and delivery expectations
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure projects align with operational needs and business priorities
• Contribute to capital investment planning and review project outcomes to support continuous improvement

Key Requirements

• Demonstrated success delivering complex engineering or CAPEX projects within FMCG or a comparable manufacturing environment
• Strong technical understanding of production systems and automation technologies (such as PLCs, SCADA, or similar controls)
• Experience managing projects across all phases, including design, installation, and performance optimisation
• Practical, solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proven ability to manage external vendors and contractors, including commercial and contractual oversight
• Familiarity with working in regulated environments, with a solid grasp of health & safety and compliance standards
• Engineering qualification (or equivalent experience) alongside confident communication skills across all levels of a business

If this could be of interest, then please apply or call (phone number removed) for additional information.