Junior Project Manager
Junior Project Manager – Engineering & Automation Projects (Open to Graduates - Engineering/Manufacturing Experience desirable)
About the Role:
We’re recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering firm specialising in automation and bespoke manufacturing solutions for industries like Water Treatment, Food Production, and Recycling. Due to ongoing growth, we’re looking for a Junior Project Manager to join their team and support the delivery of fast-paced engineering and manufacturing projects. This role is ideal for a graduate in Business, Engineering or related disciplines who is eager to learn and build a career in project management. If you’ve had some exposure to engineering, manufacturing, or technical environments – whether through a placement, internship or project – even better!
Why This Role is Great for Graduates:
? Real Project Ownership – You’ll support live engineering projects from day one
? Mentoring & Training – Work closely with an experienced Project Manager and team of Engineers
? Career Growth – Clear path into Project, Engineering or Operational leadership roles
? Dynamic Environment – Every day is different, fast-paced, and full of learning
What You’ll Do:
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Support the planning and delivery of automation and engineering projects
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Coordinate between departments including Design, Production, and Procurement
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Communicate clearly with clients, suppliers, and internal teams
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Help track budgets, project timelines, risks and key milestones
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Improve how projects are delivered – from documentation to internal processes
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Get hands-on with engineering teams and learn how real-world projects are delivered
About You:
You might currently be a Design Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Production Engineer, or Project Coordinator in a manufacturing environment – and you’re now ready to take the lead.
Ideal Background:
- A degree in Business Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, or similar
- A proactive mindset, with strong organisational and communication skills
- Ideally, some experience in or exposure to a technical, engineering, or manufacturing environment (e.g. internship, industrial placement, part-time job, final year project)
- Keen interest in project delivery, process improvement, and working cross-functionally
- Ability to read or understand technical information (training provided)
The Offer:
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£35,000 DOE
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Full training and mentorship from experienced colleagues.
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Long-term career development into senior project and operational roles
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Engaging and dynamic work environment with strong team collaboration
Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage?
At Hunter Savage, we help talented engineers take bold steps in their careers. If you’re ready to transition into project management and thrive in a technically engaging and forward-thinking company, let’s talk. Contact: Dominic Heron – 07458 160121 or email dominic@huntersavage.com.
Dominic Heron
Senior Consultant
07458160117
dominic@huntersavage.com
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