Mid-Level PM - Tooling & Engineering

Location: Lee-on-the-Solent, United Kingdom
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reports To: Program Manager
Work Location: In person
Mid-Level PM £35,000 – £45,000 DOE

About Us

DFS Composites Ltd designs and manufactures cutting-edge composite tooling solutions for a global customer base across the wind energy and aerospace sectors. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, we pride ourselves on delivering high-performance engineering solutions that support the future of clean energy and advanced manufacturing.

The Role

We’re seeking a mid-level Project Manager to successfully deliver medium sized tooling and fixture projects. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of medium level complexity projects while collaborating with cross functional teams. You will be expected to proactively identify risks. You’ll report directly to the Program Manager and play a critical role in delivery of projects within the UK portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Successful delivery of tooling projects from concept to delivery, ensuring they meet quality, timeline, and budget requirements.
• Interface with clients, teams, and management.
• Act as an escalation point for internal and client-facing project issues.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in program governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement are consistently applied across all projects.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain functions to ensure seamless project execution.
• Deliver regular reporting to the Program Manager.
• Manage project finances ensuring compliance with costs forecasts and providing accurate financial reporting throughout the project life cycle.
• Define scope, milestones, and project plans from inception to closure

Requirements

• 2-3 years of project management experience in manufacturing, tooling, or complex engineering environment
• An understanding of tooling, composites, or precision engineering processes
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organised with in project planning, cost control, project governance and risk
• Proficient with various project management software & tools i.e. Jira and MSP

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or related technical field.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or other formal project management certification.
• Experience in sectors such as aerospace, renewables, or industrial composites.
• Hands-on experience working with global suppliers and manufacturing teams.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• A key leadership role in a technically advanced and growing business
• This is a UK role with UK right to work required
• Supportive and collaborative work culture focused on innovation and performance

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