Project Manager

How The Role Will Make An Impact

We are seeking an experienced hands-on Project Manager with experience of value stream mapping in a manufacturing environment. As a Project Manager you will lead cross-functional projects from concept through to project launch. To excel in this role, you will be curious in nature and adept at managing timelines, budgets, resources and stakeholder communication.

As a PMO we cover a wide variety of projects including Engineering, Operations, Commercial and IT. As such we have a variety of subject matter experts in our team. As we move forward we want to strengthen the subject matter expertise of the team further by adding a Project Manager with an Engineering and/or Operations focus.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of engineering projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, execution, and closeout.
• Develop project plans, timelines, milestones, and deliverables in collaboration with engineering teams and stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, procurement, quality, and external vendors.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues.
• Track project budgets, expenditures, and resource utilization to ensure financial objectives are met.
• Facilitate project meetings, provide status updates, and communicate progress to leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality, regulatory, and company standards.
• Manage project documentation, change requests, and project reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project management processes and engineering efficiency.
• Support the development of project management best practices and standards across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical field.
• Proven experience managing engineering or technical projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification.
• Experience in manufacturing or a related engineering environment.
• Knowledge of risk management, quality systems, and process improvement methodologies.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

Key Competencies

• Ability to understand and interpret technical data
• Project Planning and Execution
• Stakeholder Management
• Risk and Issue Management
• Budget and Cost Control
• Schedule Management
• Strategic Thinking
• Communication and Presentation Skills
• Continuous Improvement

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Pension match up to 7%
• 4 x Salary Life Assurance
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Eye Tests
• Subsidised Canteen
• Volunteering and Team Building Days

We are not just another manufacturing company; we are part of something bigger!

We are Quanex, a global, publicly traded manufacturing company serving OEMs in the fenestration, hardware, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration, security, and outdoor products markets.

Our mission is to positively impact our customers, employees and shareholders and put them at the centre of everything we do, through innovation technology and best-in-class customer service.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

At Quanex, the health and safety of our employees are our top priorities. We are committed to providing a safe and supportive working environment by adhering to the highest safety standards and regulations. Through comprehensive training, regular safety checks, and open communication, we ensure that every team member feels confident and protected while performing their duties. We continuously strive to minimise risks, promote well-being, and encourage a culture of safety across all levels of our organisation.

Join us and be part of a team where your safety is as important as your success.

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