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Posted 21 July, 2026

Engineering Project Manager

Progressive Recruitment
Watford, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Engineering Project Manager - New Product Development (NPD)

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Location: Near Stevenage (5 days onsite)

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Commutable from: Luton, Welwyn Garden City, Hitchin, Letchworth, Hatfield, Hertford, St Albans, Bedford, Cambridge

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Salary: Up to £55,000 + Bonus + Pension

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Join a Global Engineering and Manufacturing OEM delivering innovative engineered products.

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This is an opportunity to take ownership of end-to-end new product development projects in a highly visible, delivery-focused role.

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This Engineering Project Manager role is based onsite five days a week near Stevenage and requires close collaboration with engineering, operations, and commercial teams.

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Key Responsibilities of Engineering Project Manager

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  • Manage end-to-end delivery of new product development (NPD) projects across the full product lifecycle
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  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification
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  • Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, quality, and commercial functions
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  • Manage project risks, resources, and costs within a structured stage-gate environment
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  • Track and report project progress, budgets, and performance to senior stakeholders
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  • Maintain structured project governance, reporting, and delivery frameworks
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  • Drive continuous improvement across project delivery and NPD processes
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Requirements for Engineering Project Manager Role

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  • Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related discipline
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  • Proven experience delivering NPD or product development projects
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  • Background in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environments
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  • Strong stakeholder engagement and cross-functional leadership skills
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  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, complex environment
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  • Experience managing budgets, forecasting, and cost control
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  • Experience with stage-gate, product lifecycle management
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Package for Engineering Project Manager Role

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  • Salary up to £55,000
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  • Bonus
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  • Pension
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  • Early finish on Fridays
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  • Opportunity to work within a global, innovation-led OEM environment
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This Engineering Project Manager role is commutable from Luton, Welwyn Garden City, Hitchin, Letchworth, Hatfield, Hertford, St Albans, Bedford, Stevenage and Cambridge.

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Apply - Apply now with your CV for immediate consideration.

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To find out more about Progressive please visit

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