Job Description

Project Office Manager – Engineering & Special Projects (Cambridge)

When projects scale, the difference between success and failure is usually not technical — it is operational control.

You will sit at the centre of a growing Special Projects division, supporting financial control, reporting, compliance, and operational coordination across multiple live projects.

This is a role where structure, accuracy, and visibility directly impact delivery performance.

The value of this role:

• You gain exposure to the commercial side of project delivery
• You become integral to how projects are controlled and reported
• You build a pathway into operations, commercial management, or project leadership

What you will be doing

• Producing financial reports, KPIs, and dashboards
• Managing purchase orders, invoicing, and payment tracking
• Supporting applications for payment and revenue processes
• Managing document control and project records
• Coordinating travel, logistics, and onboarding
• Supporting compliance, accreditations, and audits

What you need

• Strong organisational and coordination capability
• Financial awareness and attention to detail
• Experience in project or operational environments

What you get

• High visibility across major projects
• Direct involvement in operational decision-making
• Progression opportunities into broader roles

Reality check

• High responsibility role
• Requires structure, ownership, and consistency

If you want to move into a role where your work directly influences project success, apply now.

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You must have a Right To Work in the UK - No sponsorship is available

Please note that unfortunately any applicants without the relevant work experience, or the Right To Work in the UK will be unsuccessful.

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