Project Manager

Smithers is Europe’s leading independent plastics and rubber specialist organisation, providing research, technology and information services for polymer related industries. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated Project Manager to join our Materials Testing team.  You will be responsible for developing and leading, value-adding testing work programmes to meet the sales and revenue requirements of the materials testing business, whilst ensuring client requirements are met.

The successful candidate:

• Will have experience in business development activities and have the ability to identify and win high value opportunities by building and maintaining client relationships. 
• Will have the ability to write technical reports  worksheets and proposals for materials testing, which may involve large work programmes with multiple/complex elements. 
• Will possess demonstrated experience of ability to r recommend approaches to solve problems and/or progress work.  
• Have specialist testing knowledge of polymer materials 
• Will have experience in providing technical support and leadership on projects and with colleagues
• Will have experience in negotiation with clients and potential clients in regards to cost or works

In return as a global employer we offer a competitive package including flexible working hours. 

Smithers MSE Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.