Project Manager

Location: Northamptonshire

£55,000 - £65,000
Pension Contribution
24 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Clear Career Progression and Development

Reference: BP 217

Exclusively represented by ATA Recruitment

ATA Recruitment is proud to be exclusively partnering with a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation that specialises in the design, fabrication, and installation of complex mechanical systems. This business delivers turnkey solutions across sectors including water treatment, energy, infrastructure, and heavy industry. With a reputation for precision engineering, robust project delivery, and long-term client partnerships, they are now seeking a skilled Project Manager to join their growing team.

About the Role

As a Project Manager, you will take full ownership of large engineering projects from concept through to completion. These projects typically involve bespoke mechanical assemblies, structural steelwork, pipework systems, and site-based installations. You’ll be responsible for managing budgets, timelines, resources, and client expectations, ensuring every project is delivered safely, on time, and to specification.

This is a hands-on Project Manager role that requires technical understanding, commercial awareness, and strong stakeholder management. You’ll be working closely with design engineers, fabrication teams, subcontractors, and clients to coordinate all phases of project execution

Key Responsibilities as a Project Manager

Lead end-to-end project delivery across multiple engineering contracts
Develop detailed project plans, risk assessments, and resource schedules
Manage budgets ranging from £100k to £5m, ensuring financial control and reporting
Liaise with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure alignment and communication
Oversee site activities including installation, commissioning, and handover
Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality standards, and contractual obligations
Act as the primary point of contact for all project-related matters

To succeed as a Project Manager in this role, you’ll need:

Proven experience managing engineering or manufacturing projects
Strong understanding of mechanical systems, fabrication, or industrial installations
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive project performance
A qualification in engineering or project management

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Project Manager who thrives in a dynamic, technical environment and wants to make a tangible impact on high-value engineering projects. You’ll be joining a business with a strong order book, ambitious growth plans, and a collaborative culture that values innovation and accountability.

ATA Recruitment are working exclusively with this client we will be conducting a short list starting today, we will conduct the 1st interview over the phone and the successful candidates will then be forwarded to our client with our recommendation.

If you wish to be considered for this opportunity then please respond with your intention as we are looking to fill this role in the not-so-distant future, you will then be contacting by one of our Recruitment Consultant who will be able to provide more details.

Contact:

Bhav Patel

Recruitment Consultant

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