Job Description

Company Overview

We are a leading manufacturer & distributor of technical textiles and specialist garments, supplying high-performance flame-retardant, waterproof, and protective clothing solutions to the firefighting, defence, and industrial safety sectors. Our work supports UK government contracts and international tenders, delivering mission-critical solutions to public sector and frontline services. With growing demand across key sectors, we are seeking a dedicated and skilled Project Manager to oversee our government-supported projects from award to completion.

Role Purpose

The Project Manager will manage the end-to-end delivery of technical textile and garment supply projects tied to government tenders. This includes full lifecycle responsibility--from bid support, planning, compliance, and manufacturing liaison, through to delivery, documentation, and post-project evaluation. The successful candidate will ensure technical integrity, on-time performance, and contractual compliance, particularly in high-specification firefighting, military, and safety garment projects.

Key Responsibilities

Tender & Contract Oversight
- Manage all aspects of awarded government tenders including MOD, Fire & Rescue Services, and NHS/Blue Light frameworks.
- Ensure full understanding of garment technical specifications, contract terms, KPIs, and delivery timelines.
- Act as liaison between sales, procurement, and legal/compliance teams during contract mobilisation.

Project Planning & Execution
- Create detailed project plans covering procurement, production scheduling, testing, quality control, and logistics.
- Coordinate activities across suppliers, textile mills, and garment manufacturers to ensure project milestones are met.
- Manage risk assessments and project change controls.

Technical & Compliance Management
- Ensure garment performance meets UK/EU regulatory standards (e.g., EN469, ISO11612, ISO20471, MOD Defence Standards).
- Oversee lab testing, certification, and quality assurance processes for all supplied garments.
- Maintain accurate and complete records for compliance audits and stakeholder reporting.

Stakeholder Communication & Coordination
- Serve as primary point of contact for public sector clients, including MOD, Fire Services, and procurement authorities.
- Chair regular project update meetings, issue status reports, and maintain open channels of communication.
- Work closely with internal R&D and technical teams to resolve specification queries or material substitutions.

Financial & Performance Reporting
- Monitor budgets, supplier costs, and tender margin performance.
- Track progress against KPIs and prepare summary reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Support tender renewals and framework reapplications with performance data and delivery insights.

Essential Skills & Experience

- Proven experience in managing government tender projects within technical textiles, PPE, or garment manufacturing.
- Knowledge of UK procurement regulations and public sector contract frameworks.
- Experience in supply chain or production coordination for firefighting, military, or safety garments.
- Familiarity with garment standards such as EN469 (firefighting), ISO20471 (hi-vis), and Defence Standard garment requirements.
- Strong project management skills: planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk mitigation.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and reporting skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, and project tracking tools (e.g. Monday.com, Trello, etc.).

Desirable Qualifications

- PRINCE2, APM PMQ, or PMP project management certification.
- Degree or equivalent in Project Management, Engineering, Textiles, or Business.
- Experience in tendering processes for the MOD, Fire Services, NHS, or other UK government agencies.
- Understanding of textile and garment performance characteristics (e.g., moisture barriers, flame resistance, durability ratings).

Key Attributes

- Detail-oriented with high standards of quality and compliance.
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability.
- Able to manage multiple projects with competing priorities.
- Calm under pressure, especially during audits or delivery-critical periods.
- Professional, reliable, and ethically driven.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 50,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Company pension Free flu jabs On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: JD PM July 2025