Senior Project Manager/Director of Manufacturing

Zenoot Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent firm in the Energy sector is seeking a Senior Project Manager/Director of Manufacturing. This temporary role offers a competitive daily rate and the opportunity to lead impactful projects. Candidates must have a proven delivery record, strong stakeholder management skills, and experience in New Product Development within the Energy sector. The position allows for flexible working arrangements, either on-site or home-based.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Flexible working arrangements

Experience with international teams

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Mandatory experience in New Product Development in the Energy sector.
• Ability to engage and communicate effectively with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead a new product development within the energy sector.
• Motivate project teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Collaborate with international teams day to day.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Conflict resolution

Leadership

Technical fluency

Commercial awareness

Education

Certified at IPMA Level B or equivalent

Job description

Senior Project Manager/Director of Manufacturing

Recruiter: Michael Page 
Location: England 
Salary: Temporary | £500 - £1,000 per day 
Application date: 15th Oct 2025

The employer is a reputable organisation within the Energy sector, known for its innovative approach and strong presence in the market. As a medium-sized company, they focus on delivering high-quality solutions and maintaining an efficient production environment.

Overview

Lead a new product development within the energy sector. Influence key stakeholders and motivate project teams to deliver on time. Collaborate with international teams effectively day to day. Avoid focusing too much on the technical element of the product.

Responsibilities

• Lead a new product development within the energy sector
• Influence key stakeholders and motivate project teams to get the project over the line on time
• Collaborate with international teams effectively day to day
• Avoid focusing too much on the technical element of the product

What’s on Offer

• Competitive daily rate with full control of on site or home based working
• Opportunity to work with a respected organisation in the industrial and manufacturing sector
• Chance to lead impactful projects and drive operational excellence
• Temporary role providing valuable experience influencing their UK and German site
• Collaborative and goal-focused work environment

Qualifications & Skills

1. Proven Delivery Record
   • Demonstrated success in delivering complex projects on time, within scope, and within budget.
   • Mandatory: Experience delivering New Product Development projects in the Energy sector.
2. Strong Stakeholder Management
   • Ability to engage, influence, and communicate effectively with senior leadership, clients, and cross-functional teams.
   • Skilled in conflict resolution and expectation alignment within an existing international team.
3. Technical Fluency
   • Solid understanding of manufacturing and industrial engineering.
   • Ability to translate technical requirements into actionable plans.
4. Qualifications
   • Certified at IPMA Level B or equivalent.
   • Skilled in applying waterfall, agile, and hybrid approaches.
5. Commercial Awareness
   • Strong understanding of contract structures, procurement, and financial controls.
   • Capable of managing budgets, forecasts, and cost-benefit analyses.
6. Leadership & Team Building
   • Inspires and motivates teams, fosters accountability, and builds trust.
   • Experience managing international matrix teams and driving accountability.
7. Travel Expectations
   • Willingness to travel up to 25% within the EMEA region.