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• How many Project Manager (Manufacturing) jobs are available on Pertemps?

  There are 1736 Project Manager (Manufacturing) jobs available on Pertemps right now.

• What does a Project Manager (Manufacturing) do?

  Engineering project managers and project engineers schedule, manage, and oversee engineering projects. They design and specify materials and equipment for the project and create technical drawings.

  Tasks required include:

  • Draws up budgets and timescales for new engineering projects based on clients’ requirements.
  • Briefs project team, contractors and suppliers.
  • Assembles information for invoicing at the end of projects.
  • Plans work schedules for engineering projects based on prior discussion with client and contractors.
  • Regularly inspects and monitors progress and quality of work, ensures legal requirements are met.
  • Identifies defects in work and proposes corrections.
  • Records, monitors and reports progress.
  • Ensures that equipment, operation and maintenance comply with design specifications and safety standards.

• What are the entry requirements for a Project Manager (Manufacturing)?

  Engineering project managers and project engineers usually possess an accredited university degree. After qualifying, periods of appropriate training and experience are required before membership of a chartered engineering institution is attainable. Incorporated engineers possess an accredited university degree, BTEC/SQA award or an apprenticeship leading to an NVQ/SVQ at Level 4. All routes are followed by periods of appropriate training and relevant experience.