Project Manager

Contract Project Manager – Operational Restructuring (Manufacturing)

Outside IR35

£900-£1000 p/day

Overview

A manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver a significant operational restructuring programme. The role requires a proven operator who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, ensuring that structural, operational and process changes are implemented effectively within a tight timeline.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership to translate restructuring objectives into a clear, executable plan and drive delivery across multiple operational workstreams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end to end delivery of a manufacturing restructuring programme, from strategic planning through to operational execution
• Translate high level business objectives into a structured programme plan with clear milestones, timelines and ownership
• Coordinate cross functional workstreams across operations, production, supply chain and support functions
• Identify and implement physical operational changes across manufacturing processes, layout, staffing structures and workflows
• Drive efficiency improvements, productivity gains and cost optimisation across the site or business unit
• Ensure restructuring activities are delivered at pace while maintaining operational continuity and quality standards
• Work closely with senior leadership to report progress, manage risks and resolve delivery barriers
• Establish governance, tracking and reporting mechanisms to ensure programme visibility and accountability
• Engage with operational leaders and teams to ensure alignment, adoption and delivery of new structures and processes
• Ensure all changes are implemented with clear measurable outcomes and future scalability

Key Deliverables

• Clear restructuring roadmap and implementation plan
• Delivery of agreed structural and operational changes within defined timelines
• Improved operational efficiency, cost structure and productivity
• Established framework for sustained operational performance

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience delivering complex restructuring or transformation programmes within manufacturing environments. (Manufacturing experience non-negotiable)
• Strong operational background with credibility across production, engineering and supply chain teams
• Demonstrated ability to operate at both strategic and execution level
• Experience delivering physical operational change such as manufacturing layout, process redesign or organisational restructuring
• Track record of delivering results within tight timelines and high pressure environments
• Highly structured programme management capability with clear focus on delivery and outcomes

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