Project Manager

A Project Manager /Engineer is sought to lead the delivery of engineering projects from prototype through to full production. The role focuses on managing timelines, costs, and technical requirements, while working closely with internal teams and customers to ensure successful project outcomes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Client Details Project Manager /Engineer, Newbury: The client is an innovative and fast-growing advanced manufacturing business specialising in high-performance aerospace and defence products. Operating in a technically demanding environment, they support cutting-edge applications and are currently scaling production significantly, offering strong long-term career opportunities within a collaborative and forward-thinking team. Description Project Manager / Engineer, Newbury: • Take full ownership of new product projects from prototype to mass production • Extensive communication of progress, problems, solutions, timescales, finances with all stakeholders & customers • Control project timelines, budgets, and technical delivery • Coordinate with production, sales, and customer stakeholders • Develop manufacturing processes and production documentation • Ensure all procedures meet quality, safety, and traceability standards • Identify risks early and resolve technical or delivery challenges • Support material procurement and cost control activities • Drive improvements in efficiency and manufacturing performance Profile Project Manager /Engineer, Newbury: • Excellent communicator who can influence across teams and customers • Experience in a Project Manager or similar role within manufacturing • Background supporting products from development into production • Understanding of both low and high-volume manufacturing environments • Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical teams • Proactive approach to problem-solving and issue resolution • Comfortable working without direct reports but influencing widely • Engineering degree, HND, or equivalent hands-on experience • Practical, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities Job Offer Salary £40,000 - £50,000 plus good benefits Own high-impact projects taking advanced products from prototype to full-scale production in a fast-growing, cutting-edge manufacturing environment. Gain real ownership, customer exposure, and the chance to shape how products are built as the business rapidly scales.