Engineering Project Manager

In The News; Frome; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer is seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager to lead their capital investment programme. You will oversee a budget exceeding £5M annually while managing diverse engineering projects, from equipment upgrades to sustainability initiatives. This senior-level role requires a strong engineering background and proven team leadership skills. Applicants should possess a relevant engineering degree and project management qualification. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme (up to 25%)

Company car

Pension

Subsidised meals

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering high-value capex projects (£0.5M+) in relevant sectors.
• Experience managing large capital budgets and business cases.
• Familiarity with chilled/frozen environments or ammonia refrigeration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a £5M+ annual capital investment programme.
• Manage engineering projects from upgrades to sustainability efforts.
• Oversee project lifecycle from scope to handover.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Financial management

Engineering background

Education

Degree in Engineering

Recognised project management qualification

Job description

Location: Frome

Overview

A superb opportunity for an experienced Engineering Project Manager to take ownership of a major capital investment programme within a leading food manufacturing environment. This is a senior-level role where you’ll have the scope, budget and team to deliver real, long-lasting improvements across the factory.

About You

• Proven track record in delivering multiple high-value capex projects (£0.5M+), ideally within FMCG, food or pharmaceutical environments
• Strong engineering background — ideally factory maintenance and projects
• Excellent team leadership skills with the ability to develop and manage a high-performing project engineering team
• Financially astute, with experience managing large capital budgets and business cases
• Effective stakeholder manager — capable of working with senior internal and external partners across planning, operations, design and construction
• Degree in Engineering or a relevant discipline and a recognised project management qualification (desirable)
• Experience with chilled/frozen environments, ammonia refrigeration, or factory automation is a bonus

What will you be doing?

• Leading the delivery of a £5M+ annual capital investment programme across the factory
• Managing a diverse portfolio of engineering projects — from equipment upgrades to sustainability initiatives and energy efficiency improvements
• Working closely with senior leadership to define strategic project priorities, allocate resources and report progress
• Overseeing the full project lifecycle from scope and specification to installation, commissioning and handover
• Driving continuous improvement, standardising processes and ensuring projects meet high standards of quality, safety and compliance
• Supporting the team with personal development, career objectives and day-to-day problem solving

What can they offer you?

• A strategic, high-impact leadership role with a respected and stable food manufacturer
• Competitive salary and bonus scheme (up to 25%)
• Company car included
• Excellent benefits including pension, subsidised meals, additional leave purchase options and employee discounts
• Opportunities for career progression within a forward-thinking, ethically driven organisation
• A business that’s investing heavily in growth, automation and sustainability — with a clear long-term plan

We’re interested in hearing from experienced Engineering Project Managers, Capex Engineering Leads, Senior Project Engineers or Engineering Managers with a strong background in food, FMCG, or pharmaceutical manufacturing. Applicants should live within commuting distance of Frome, Warminster, Devizes, Chippenham, Bath or be willing to relocate.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the kind of role you’ve been looking for, please send your CV quoting ref TNT/AHC/1782 or call 0161 399 1575 for a confidential discussion.

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