Project Manager

Company: Owen Daniels
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Location: Bridgwater
Job Description:

Owen Daniels are currently recruiting for a Project Manager to join a well-established and growing engineering business based in Somerset.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a minimum of 3 years’ Project Management experience looking to further develop their career within a technical engineering environment.

The successful candidate will take ownership of engineering projects, managing schedules, budgets and client relationships while working closely with engineering and manufacturing teams.

Role

  • Managing engineering projects from initial planning through to completion
  • Taking ownership of project schedules, budgets, costs and deliverables
  • Coordinating engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and external stakeholders
  • Acting as the main point of contact for clients throughout project delivery
  • Monitoring project progress, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions
  • Managing project financials, including forecasting, invoicing and variations
  • Leading project meetings and providing regular progress updates
  • Supporting Project Coordinators within the team
  • Ensuring projects are delivered to the required quality standards and contractual requirements

What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Project Management role
  • Experience within an engineering, manufacturing or technical environment would be advantageous
  • Good understanding of project planning, budgeting and cost control
  • Ability to work with technical drawings, specifications and project documentation
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience managing project risks, schedules and deliverables
  • Excellent organisational skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving
  • Relevant Project Management qualifications would be beneficial but are not essential

Hours & Benefits

Location: Somerset

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

  • Competitive salary and pension scheme
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Hybrid working opportunities
  • Optional 4-day working week
  • Performance-related bonus
  • Health cash plan and wellbeing benefits
  • Ongoing training and professional development

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Posted: October 21st, 2026