Project Lead

Lflegalsolutions; Winchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A strategic management firm located near Winchester is seeking a Project Lead – Engineering to oversee manufacturing projects from concept to delivery. The successful candidate will manage budgets, ensure compliance with safety standards, and collaborate with multiple teams for effective project execution. Candidates should have relevant project management experience and a degree in Mechanical Engineering. This full-time role operates Monday to Friday, with a mid-senior level seniority.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing manufacturing or engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of customer-driven deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing projects from initial concept through delivery phases.
• Prepare and manage project budgets and track costs.
• Ensure timely completion of engineering deliverables.
• Liaise with cross-functional teams for project execution.
• Identify and implement process improvements.

Skills

Project management

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes

Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages

Knowledge of ERP systems

PRINCE2/APM PMQ

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSc/BEng or equivalent)

Job description

Project Lead – Engineering

Our engineering clients based close to Winchester have an exciting opportunity for a Project Lead to join their growing team.

Duties & Responsibilities

Project Management

• Lead manufacturing projects from initial concept through design, development, tooling, production, and delivery phases.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including milestones, budgets, in line with the resource allocation plan.

Budget & Cost Control

• Prepare and manage project budgets, track costs throughout the project lifecycle, and ensure financial are met.
• Compile costings using standard Excel-based models and update them as the project evolves.

Timescale & Delivery

• Work to tight, customer-driven deadlines using APQP-based systems and internal stage‑gate processes.
• Ensure timely completion of all engineering deliverables and production readiness.

Safety &

• Ensure all project activities comply with relevant safety standards and internal quality procedures.
• Support risk assessments, FMEA reviews, and implement corrective actions where necessary.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Liaise with Design, Production, Purchasing, Quality, and Sales teams to ensure alignment and smooth project execution.
• Work directly with suppliers to develop tooling and manufacturing processes.

Documentation & Reporting

• Ensure all documentation complies with document control procedures.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance product quality, reduce costs, and improve manufacturing efficiency.

Technical Support

• Provide engineering support to Product Management and Sales teams, including participation in customer meetings and technical reviews.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in managing manufacturing or engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages.
• Knowledge of ERP systems.
• PRINCE2/APM PMQ desirable.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSc/BEng or equivalent).

Working Hours

Monday – Thursday: 07:30 am – 4:45 pm
Friday: 07:30 am – 12:00 pm

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Management

Industries: Strategic Management Services