Project Manager

PERMANENT PROJECT MANAGER JOB - DONCASTER 32K - 40K

We are working exclusively with an innovative, successful and thriving manufacturing business in Doncaster to recruit a Project Manager.
Role Summary
We're looking for an experienced Project Manager with sharp analytical skills, operational acumen, and the ability to lead multi-departmental projects across our manufacturing business. You'll champion end-to-end project delivery, digital transformation, and team coordination-ensuring smooth operations and consistent performance improvements in collaboration with Directors and the Senior Leadership Team.
Key Responsibilities:-
Project Strategy & Planning:-

• Define project objectives, scope, deliverables, timelines, and KPIs
• Conduct site assessments and interpret space and client requirements
• Develop and manage cross-functional plans with clear milestones and resource allocation
• Systems Development & Process Improvement:-
• Design and implement Microsoft-based operational systems and joined-up planning processes
• Lead the creation and rollout of Group CRM systems with the Digital Delivery team
• Maintain, update, and report on CRM performance and adoption

Reporting & Analysis

• Generate reports and dashboards (e.g. enquiries, conversion rates, KPIs) using Excel
• Track sales team performance and report insights to Management and SLT
• Analyse project results for continuous process improvement

Client & Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as primary contact for external clients during project lifecycles
• Gather requirements, manage expectations, and communicate effectively across teams
• Ensure project delivery aligns with agreed specifications and client satisfaction

Design & Compliance Oversight

• Collaborate with designers and review proposals for function and feasibility
• Monitor adherence to safety, accessibility, and manufacturing standards

Procurement & Supply Chain Support

• Oversee sourcing, inventory, ordering and supplier delivery timelines
• Liaise with contractors and logistics teams to meet delivery schedules

Installation Leadership

• Schedule and oversee installation crews and contractors
• Resolve on-site challenges and ensure health & safety compliance

Budget Management

• Create and manage project budgets with efficiency and control
• Approve supplier invoices and track financial metrics

Testing & QA

• Coordinate final inspections and functionality checks
• Organise client training and handovers

Documentation & Feedback Loop

• Maintain comprehensive documentation and records
• Deliver progress updates, evaluations, and lessons-learned reports

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven expertise in project management, planning and systems analysis
• Strong organisational, communication and team-building capabilities
• Experience working with Directors and SLT on strategic initiatives
• A background in manufacturing or logistics is highly desirable.

Essential Tech Skills

• System development and implementation
• Microsoft Project and Planner
• Excel (lookups, pivot tables, formulas, dashboard creation)

Preferred Tech Exposure

• Power BI dashboard creation
• Microsoft Copilot
• Dynamics CRM
• Shopify integration knowledge (bonus)

This is a new position within the business, so a chance to make it your own and build a successful team around you.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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