Role description

Project Manager - Technical System Setup (Manufacturing Environment)

Role Location: UK (London) - Hybrid

Contract Inside IR35/ Fixed Term Contract

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized Project Manager (PM) - Technical System Setup to lead and coordinate a series of system enablement activities on the manufacturing floor. This role requires a true task master-someone who can keep cross-functional teams aligned, drive progress across multiple technical workstreams, and ensure all new equipment and systems are production-ready, secure, and fully integrated.

You will oversee the setup of new manufacturing equipment, PLC and computer configurations, automation elements, and end-to-end analytics/data readiness. This is a hands-on delivery role suited for a structured PM who excels at stakeholder alignment, critical path planning, and managing vendor/integrator timelines.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Lead project planning, execution, and tracking for the local FSD team.
• Drive stakeholder alignment across engineering, IT, vendors, integrators, and plant leadership.
• Define scope including data needs, equipment requirements, installation timing, and integration flows.
• Communicate progress, risks, and decisions clearly to leadership and technical stakeholders.

Technical Coordination

• Oversee technical system and equipment setup on the production floor.
• Coordinate PLC configurations, computer setups, security validation, and connectivity readiness.
• Ensure compliance with plant cybersecurity and network requirements.
• Support systems integration across MES, ERP, and other automation platforms.
• Confirm end-to-end network readiness for new machines and connected systems.

Execution & Go-Live

• Manage vendor timelines, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Capture interdependencies across tasks and build the critical path for the team.
• Oversee testing activities, cutover planning, and multi-phase go-live support.
• Ensure machines are secure, connected, supported, and production ready.

What you will bring:

• Strong understanding of manufacturing environments and technical setups.
• Ability to translate IT constraints into practical actions for engineering and operations.
• Experience managing vendors and systems integrators.
• Excellent task management, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to map dependencies and construct a clear critical path.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence decision makers.
• Experience with MES, ERP, automation systems, or industrial IT setups (preferred).

Nice to have:

• Technical support & coordination
• Integrator & vendor management
• Technical system setup & readiness
• Task and project management
• Manufacturing IT/OT understanding
• Clear and proactive communication

Hurry & apply for a more detailed conversation with our team!

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