Overview
The Interim Project Engineer Manager will oversee a portfolio of critical engineering and capital improvement projects for a leading multi-site PLC manufacturing organization based in the Berkshire area. The role requires an experienced contractor to quickly mobilize, provide technical and project leadership, and ensure that projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget during a significant delivery period post-shutdown. This position offers the contractor the autonomy to manage engineering workstreams across various projects, emphasizing independent decision-making and technical expertise.
Responsibilities
- Lead engineering projects from mobilisation through to commissioning and handover.
- Manage project plans, budgets, risks, and stakeholder engagement.
- Coordinate internal engineering teams, suppliers, and contractors.
- Drive FEED activity and development of future capital projects.
- Ensure compliance with engineering, safety, and regulatory standards.
- Provide regular project reporting and governance updates.
- Support commissioning, validation, and operational handover activities.
Requirements
- Extensive project engineering or engineering management experience.
- Experience delivering interim project assignments through a Limited Company consultancy model.
- Ability to take ownership of project outcomes and work with a high degree of autonomy.
- Strong background in manufacturing, industrial, FMCG, heavy industry, or process environments.
- Proven success in delivering CAPEX and engineering improvement projects.
- Experience managing contractors, suppliers, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- HNC/HND or Degree-qualified Engineer (or equivalent experience).