Trainee Project Manager - Engineering / Manufacturing

Join a business at the forefront of innovation in manufacturing, where your technical insight and project delivery skills will directly shape mission-critical solutions for air, land, and sea platforms.

Job Description:

• Collaborate with Project Managers to plan and deliver engineering projects to exacting standards of quality, cost, and schedule.
• Contribute to bids and tenders, helping shape future workstreams and customer solutions.
• Be part of a team delivering bespoke, low-volume, high-value engineering projects for defence and aerospace clients.
• Own smaller-scale projects or packages, managing timelines, risks, and stakeholder communications.
• Translate technical requirements into actionable plans for cross-functional teams.
• Monitor progress, identify issues early, and drive resolutions that keep projects on track.
• Prepare reports and updates for internal and external stakeholders, enabling informed decision-making.
• Champion continuous improvement across project delivery and operational processes.

Beneficial Skills / Qualifications:

• Degree or equivalent experience in engineering, manufacturing, or related discipline.
• Experience working within project teams in technical environments.
• Shopfloor and office based – someone who is happy to get their hands dirty
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Familiarity with project planning tools (e.g., MS Project) and commercial awareness.
• Ideally working towards a professional qualification (e.g., APM, PRINCE2, or chartered status).
• Due to the nature of our work, all roles are subject to security clearance and export control checks.

Additional Details:

• Mon – Thurs – 8:00am – 4:30pm - 1pm Friday finish
• Office Based – 5 days per week
• Negotiable salary bracket