Mechanical Project Manager

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Mechanical Project Manager

Location: Barnsley

Salary: £55,000 – £75,000

Due to continued growth and expansion, an established engineering organisation is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join their Mechanical Handling division based in Barnsley.

This is a key leadership role, responsible for delivering complex, multidisciplinary turnkey engineering projects from tender through to commissioning.

The Role

As Mechanical Project Manager, you will take full ownership of high-value engineering projects, leading cross‑functional teams to ensure successful delivery on time, within budget, and to specification.

You will play a critical role in both the tendering and execution phases, working closely with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to deliver technically complex mechanical handling solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage complex, multidisciplinary engineering projects from tender stage through to commissioning
  • Lead project planning, coordination, and execution to meet programme, budget, and quality targets
  • Support and contribute to the preparation of estimates, tenders, and technical specifications
  • Manage and coordinate internal engineering teams and external suppliers
  • Act as the key point of contact for clients, ensuring strong relationships and clear communication
  • Ensure compliance with contractual, statutory, and regulatory requirements
  • Monitor project performance and drive continuous improvement

Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience managing complex mechanical engineering or turnkey projects
  • Strong background in mechanical handling systems, large moving structures, or heavy engineering
  • Experience managing engineering teams and coordinating multidisciplinary projects
  • Knowledge of project and contract management, including NEC or similar contract frameworks
  • Experience in estimating and tendering processes
  • HNC/HND or Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
  • Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organisational skills
  • Good understanding of relevant legislation and standards, including the European Machinery Directive

Key Competencies

  • Leadership and team management
  • Planning and organisation
  • Strong commercial awareness
  • Decision-making and problem-solving
  • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
  • Results‑driven with a focus on customer satisfaction

Performance Measures

  • Successful delivery of projects to time, budget, and specification
  • High levels of customer satisfaction
  • Effective collaboration across internal teams
  • Compliance with all relevant regulations and procedures

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Location: Barnsley
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Mechanical Project Manager

Location: Barnsley

Salary: £55,000 – £75,000

Due to continued growth and expansion, an established engineering organisation is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join their Mechanical Handling division based in Barnsley.

This is a key leadership role, responsible for delivering complex, multidisciplinary turnkey engineering projects from tender through to commissioning.

The Role

As Mechanical Project Manager, you will take full ownership of high-value engineering projects, leading cross‑functional teams to ensure successful delivery on time, within budget, and to specification.

You will play a critical role in both the tendering and execution phases, working closely with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to deliver technically complex mechanical handling solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage complex, multidisciplinary engineering projects from tender stage through to commissioning
  • Lead project planning, coordination, and execution to meet programme, budget, and quality targets
  • Support and contribute to the preparation of estimates, tenders, and technical specifications
  • Manage and coordinate internal engineering teams and external suppliers
  • Act as the key point of contact for clients, ensuring strong relationships and clear communication
  • Ensure compliance with contractual, statutory, and regulatory requirements
  • Monitor project performance and drive continuous improvement

Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience managing complex mechanical engineering or turnkey projects
  • Strong background in mechanical handling systems, large moving structures, or heavy engineering
  • Experience managing engineering teams and coordinating multidisciplinary projects
  • Knowledge of project and contract management, including NEC or similar contract frameworks
  • Experience in estimating and tendering processes
  • HNC/HND or Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
  • Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organisational skills
  • Good understanding of relevant legislation and standards, including the European Machinery Directive

Key Competencies

  • Leadership and team management
  • Planning and organisation
  • Strong commercial awareness
  • Decision-making and problem-solving
  • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
  • Results‑driven with a focus on customer satisfaction

Performance Measures

  • Successful delivery of projects to time, budget, and specification
  • High levels of customer satisfaction
  • Effective collaboration across internal teams
  • Compliance with all relevant regulations and procedures

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Posted: May 1st, 2026