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About the role:

As a Project Manager within JCB Power Products in Wrexham, you’ll play a key role in delivering both current product upgrades and New Product Introduction (NPI) projects. This is a fast-paced, delivery-focused position requiring strong day-to-day coordination across multiple functions to ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high standard.

You’ll be responsible for tracking cross-functional activity in line with established group processes, ensuring robust and timely product solutions are achieved. The role requires strong communication, energy, and a proactive mindset, alongside the ability to influence and drive progress across stakeholders.

What does this role involve day to day?

Project Coordination & Delivery

Manage day-to-day coordination of current product upgrades and NPI projects
Track cross-functional activity to ensure alignment with group processes and timelines
Drive delivery of robust product solutions to agreed milestones

Governance & Reporting

Lead and facilitate project and cross-functional reviews in line with established processes
Produce, maintain, and report on key project metrics
Ensure project documentation and governance standards are met

Risk & Issue Management

Identify project risks and implement mitigation plans
Support and manage escalations to ensure timely resolution
Proactively address challenges impacting delivery

Stakeholder Management

Work closely with cross-functional teams to drive project progress
Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Present project updates, risks, and progress to senior stakeholders

Continuous Improvement

Contribute to improving project delivery processes and methodologies
Support adherence to gated processes and business delivery frameworks

This will be suited to you if…

You have project management experience within a manufacturing environment
You have a good understanding of business delivery frameworks and gated processes
You have transferable knowledge of powertrain or power generation (desirable)
You bring high energy, a positive attitude, and strong communication skills
You're confident leading cross-functional activity and influencing stakeholders
You're organised, resilient, and able to manage multiple priorities
You have strong problem-solving skills with the tenacity to overcome challenges and achieve results
You're comfortable presenting to stakeholders and managing expectations
You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are driven to deliver outcomes

What’s in it for you?

competitive salary
33 days’ holiday
access to our company pension
onsite gym
in-house doctor and dentist
ULEV car scheme
JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers
Cycle to Work Scheme

We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

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