Project Manager for Special Purpose Machinery Development

1 month ago


Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Platform Recruitment Full time

Platform Recruitment is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee the entire lifecycle of projects, from initial concept to onsite installation. This role presents an excellent opportunity for a passionate engineer to advance their career by managing diverse and complex R&D projects.

The Role:
  • Take ownership of multiple projects, ensuring timely completion and effective resource allocation.
  • Organise cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and open communication.
  • Develop detailed project plans, including project scope, timelines, and resource allocation.
  • Produce technical documents, such as project reports and technical specifications.
  • Track progress of project activities, ensuring key development milestones are achieved.
  • Stakeholder management, including communication with project sponsors, stakeholders, and team members.
Requirements:
  • Strong project management and problem-solving skills, with experience in managing complex projects.
  • Technical engineering background, with knowledge of special purpose machinery development.
  • Previous industry experience in project management, with a focus on R&D projects.
  • Strong communicator, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience in managing new product development projects, with a focus on innovation and quality.

If you have the right skills and experience for this role, please apply with a copy of your updated CV.



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