Project Manager
| Posting date: | 28 July 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 August 2025 |
| Location: | Doncaster, South Yorkshire, dn3 1hz |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4700919_1753708995 |
Summary
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
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