Engineering Project Manager – Capex & Capital Projects
COMAH Site
Contract (6 Months, Likely Extension)

 Location: Greater Manchester
 Contract Type: Contract (Inside IR35)
 Rate: Negotiable dependent on experience
 Start Date: ASAP

Our client operates a COMAH-regulated manufacturing site in Greater Manchester and is seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager (Capex & Capital Projects) to join their team on an initial 6-month contract basis, with strong potential for extension.

This is a business-critical role, taking ownership of the site's Capital and Operational Expenditure portfolio and supporting the site's wider engineering and project delivery function.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the site's annual CAPEX/REVEX budget, including monthly forecasting and reporting
• Own and develop the site's Long Range Plan, securing capital investment approvals
• Own the Management of Change (MOC) process, ensuring all site modifications are properly assessed and approved
• Actively participate in HAZOP and P&ID reviews as part of the site's process safety governance
• Line manage a small team of Engineers and Designers (3–5 direct reports), plus oversight of Construction Contractors
• Ensure all projects are delivered safely, on budget, and on schedule
• Provide monthly progress reporting to senior site management
• Build strong working relationships with Operations and Maintenance teams
• Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement across the project portfolio
  
  

About You

• Proven experience managing CAPEX/OPEX budgets within a chemical, petrochemical, or process manufacturing environment
• Experience working on a COMAH-regulated site 
• Strong working knowledge of HAZOP and Management of Change processes
• Experience managing multi-discipline engineering teams
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment
  

Hours & Pay

• 40 hours per week Monday to Friday
• Start and finish times can be flexible
• Work from home one day per week
• Hour/day rate is negotiable dependent on experience. 

To apply, please submit your CV.