Project Manager

Project Manager

Location: Hybrid – Oxfordshire & UK Project Sites
Rate: £500 per day (Outside IR35)
Contract: 6-month initial contract
Start: ASAP

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver large-scale projects across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to lead high-value, complex programmes with major end customers.

You’ll be responsible for managing the full project lifecycle—from initial planning and stakeholder engagement through to delivery and site implementation. The role requires strong leadership, financial control, and the ability to bring together teams and contractors to achieve successful project outcomes.

What Our Client is Looking For:

Proven track record as a Project Manager within automation, intralogistics, or related industries
Experience managing large, complex projects involving material handling, robotics, or industrial systems
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate across all levels
Expertise in budget and schedule management, delivering projects on time and to scope
Excellent leadership, reporting, and decision-making abilities
Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the delivery of automation projects from initiation to completion
Oversee multiple work packages, ensuring milestones are achieved
Provide effective leadership, motivating and guiding cross-functional teams
Maintain strong alignment with suppliers, contractors, and senior stakeholders
Produce clear project reporting for programme leadership
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
Requirements:

Project Management certification (Prince2 or equivalent)
Valid CSCS Card or alternatives
Solid background in automation, logistics, civils, or similar technical industries (e.g., industrial automation, energy, oil & gas)
Proven ability to solve complex problems in high-pressure environments
Additional project management or technical accreditations advantageous
Benefits:

Outside IR35 contract
Hybrid working (Oxfordshire office / home / site-based)
Travel expenses to sites covered
Opportunity to work on high-profile automation projects
Long-term extension potential
I am keen to speak to Project Managers with who want to play a leading role in delivering major automation projects across the UK.

For more information, please contact Fred O’Reilly on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) – Recruitment Specialist at ATA Recruitment.

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