PROJECT MANAGER

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our client based in the North Oxfordshire area. The role will report to the Operations Director and will be is responsible for managing the restoration of a portfolio of cars.: 

JOB TITLE 

Project Manager

SALARY

£50,000 - £65,000 

REPORTS TO

Operations Director

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for all client account management and schedules of work, with the support of the Directors and planning team.

• In conjunction with the Director and/or Business Development Manager, operating as the lead point of contact for any and all matters specific to your clients.

• Monitor progress of projects with a "hands on" approach to ensure successful delivery of all aspects of projects, utilising the Project Management competences of scope, time, cost, quality, risk, resource planning and communications.

• Engage in constant communication with clients, keeping them up to date with progress.

• Writing estimates using our project management toolkits, as well as our bespoke DMS system.

• Assist in the implementation of policies and procedures to meet required quality standards.

• Engage teams to succeed by showing clear ownership and driving accountability of tasks.

• Manage suppliers of equipment and tooling to ensure adherence to timing, specification, production approval and costs supporting the Purchasing team in sourcing decisions.

• Lead multi-disciplined teams to execute projects in accordance with quality, schedule and cost commitments.

• Communicate with stakeholders, partners & customers remotely and face-to-face, during project development and execution phases.

• Maintain communication with leadership team, ensuring awareness of potential roadblocks, risks or challenges and propose appropriate solutions.

• Track, monitor and report project performance using project management tools, ensuring monthly program status reports are available at month end to track open issues.

• Build knowledge / understanding of new car builds and reprep process and look to streamline.

• Build solid relationships with all staff members to allow access to all available information.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience working in the automotive industry in a project management role.

• Demonstrated track record of engineering ability in an electrical or mechanical discipline.

• Proven track record of successful project delivery.

• Experience managing customers both technically and commercially to ensure costs, delivery and quality are clear at all times.

• Experience of working in an automotive engineering or design and manufacturing environment.

• A good understanding of business processes, methods and quality assurance systems.

• A high level of interpersonal skills to work effectively and collaboratively with others.

• Be self-motivated and results focused.

• Advanced MS office skills.

• Instinctive problem-solving skills coupled with a sound analytical approach.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, practiced in negotiation and presentations.

• Ability to work under pressure while managing conflicting demands against tight deadlines.

This job description is not exhaustive, and the job holder will be required to carry out from time to time tasks in addition to the above that will be both reasonable and within their capabilities. 

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