Project Manager Job at Woods Air Movement, Colchester

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Job Description

Job Title Project Manager

Department Project Management


Location Colchester


Woods Air Movement specialises in the design, test, certification, and manufacture of air movement products such as axial fans for a wide range of industrial, life applications.

Woods Air Movement has one of the largest certified axial ranges in the world. Our approach is based on offering high levels of customisation across our range of products and services to create maximum value for our customers and end users.

MainPurposeofRole:


Reporting tothe Engineering & Project Director, youwill bepart oftheproject management team managing a variety of project types including but not limited to commercial customer projects, New Product Introduction (NPI) & internal Continuous Improvement (CI) projects.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

  • In line with our Project Management Process QCP172, define project scope, goals and deliverables that support the execution of a project in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
  • Identify and manage project dependencies, critical paths and work breakdown structures
  • When required, acquire other departmental managers/personnel from within the company to support the project process
  • Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion
  • Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis
  • Frequently meet and consult with the project team on the status of the project, analysis results and troubleshoot problem areas
  • Plan and measure project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools and hold Toll Gate (TG) reviews
  • Maintain and manage the project risk register and take appropriate action where necessary
  • Draft and submit project budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary and monitor earned value throughout the project lifecycle along with cost variances
  • Determine the Return on Investment (ROI) for any development projects
  • Manage project scope to quickly identify chargeable variations to the specification and liaise with the sales teams to ensure our margins are maintained.
  • Liaise with the client on project status, risk etc. on a regular basis
  • Identify and efficiently allocate resources necessary for project completion, including man hours, facilities, procured items, told etc.
  • Identify and mange conflict from project clashes with the projects team
  • Ensure KPI's are maintained and take action to improve when required

Deliverables:

  • On Time Delivery (OTD) of your projects products and test results
  • Hold Project Tollgate Reviews
  • Monthly Reports

This job description is not regarded to be totally exhaustive of all duties and activities required by the post. The post is subject to the needs of the business and will develop and change in line with prevailing market conditions, competition, and development of the territory.

Person Specification/Profile:

  • Strong Project Management experience essential, however a good electro mechanical engineering background with internal knowledge of Woods Air Movement would be considered
  • Prince 2 or equivalent project management qualification
  • Use of Solidworks is not essential but would be advantageous
  • A collaborative team member
  • Commercial project management Acumen
  • Competent use of Excel, Word, and MS Project
  • Good leadership skills with a can-do attitude
  • Computational and analytical skills are essential, as is report writing
  • Willingness to travel from time to time when appropriate

In return we offer the following package:

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days Holiday (+ bank holidays)
  • Christmas Shutdown
  • 4% Pension Scheme
  • Life Assurance Scheme
  • Company Sick Pay Scheme
  • Enhanced Family Friendly Benefits
  • Free Tea & Coffee
  • Early finish on Fridays
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Woods Sports & Social Club (voluntary option to take part in events/activities for an additional small charge)
  • Long Service Awards
  • Free Car Parking
  • Employee Assistance Programme & Access to Mental Health Support
  • Learning and Development Opportunities

Equal Opportunities: We are an equal opportunities employer, recruiting individuals on their suitability for the role, qualifications and experience. We welcome applications from all communities and backgrounds.

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