Project manager

Project Manager Burton 12-Month ContractThe Opportunity -Ford and Stanley are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join the site on a 12-month contract, supporting a high-volume engineering programme focused on gearboxes and transmission systems.You will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring delivery from initial scope through to completion, within a technically sensitive rail engineering environment. This is a hands-on, site-based role requiring strong coordination, delivery focus, and the ability to manage complex engineering workstreams.Responsibilities -Manage projects end-to-end, from definition and planning through execution, delivery, and close-outCoordinate closely with engineering, production, supply chain, quality, and site teams to drive progressDeliver projects involving gearboxes, drivetrains, and transmission systems, ensuring technical requirements are clearly understoodMaintain and update project plans, schedules, actions, and risk registersAct as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and selected external suppliersTrack and report project progress, escalating issues or risks where appropriateEnsure all work aligns with rail industry standards, quality requirements, and internal governanceThe Candidate -Essential -Proven experience working as a Project Manager within an engineering, manufacturing, or rail environmentDemonstrable exposure to gearboxes, transmissions, drivetrains, or power transmission systemsExperience managing ..... full job details .....