Project Manager

The Project Manager will lead projects focused on enhancing brewery safety, quality and efficiency, including new equipment installations, productivity improvements, and process optimizations. This role works closely with production, quality, and safety teams to implement safe and sustainable solutions that support brewery goals. This position ensures that all projects align with health and safety regulations, quality standards, and productivity goals. Key Result Area / Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards, including health and safety requirements on all projects
• Ensure all projects adhere to quality standards, with a strong focus on hygiene, food safety and beer quality
• Lead the installation and commissioning of new production equipment, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
• Identify opportunities to optimize existing equipment and processes to increase productivity and reduce waste.
• Develop and implement process improvements to support production targets, enhance quality control, and increase operational efficiency.
• Work closely with production, maintenance, safety and quality teams to align on project objectives and required resources.
• Serve as the primary contact with equipment vendors and contractors, overseeing procurement, installation, and operational testing.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure that projects align with company objectives and production schedules.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for all projects.
• Monitor and report on project progress, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget constraints.
• Identify, address, and communicate potential project risks and delays, implementing solutions to mitigate issues.
• Allocate resources, including personnel and materials, to meet project milestones.
• Track project expenditures and work to ensure projects are completed within budget constraints.
• Partner with operational teams to ensure smooth project integration ensuring all snagging is completed and sufficient training is delivered
Key Relationships Brewing Team HSE Team Quality Team Planning Team Packaging Team Warehouse Team Maintenance Team Equipment suppliers Mechanical, electrical and automation integrators Health & Safety
• Ensure that Health and Safety guidelines and fire regulations are strictly adhered to at all times
• Comply with safe working practices as defined by BrewDog
• Complete online or face to face training as and when required
• Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by acts or omissions at work
• Report any accidents, incidents or near misses as soon as reasonably practicable.
General
• Be aware of and adhere to BrewDog policies and the Workplace Code at all times
• Take part in crew reviews throughout the year
• Cooperate with other BrewDog departments to achieve a great experience for our customers, applicants, colleagues, and contractors
• Attend training courses and complete online
training modules as required to meet the requirements of the role
• Take responsibility for own personal development, seeking out opportunities to learn new skills
• Undertake any other duties as requested which are reasonably deemed to be within the scope of the role or necessary for the smooth running of the business
• Apply the BrewDog charter and behaviours to every aspect of the role at all times
• Protect and enhance the interests and reputation of BrewDog internally and externally
  Qualifications & Specific Training
• Bachelor's degree in Project Management or Engineering or related field.
• HNC/HND and or experience may be considered.
Experience
• Substantial experience of Project Management within a related field
• Experience with installation of new equipment or equipment upgrades
Knowledge
• Detailed understanding of project management techniques and tools
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations and key health and safety processes such as contractor management and permit to work
Skills
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work across departments.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess project risks and opportunities.
• Experience managing budgets and timelines in a fast-paced environment.
Personal Attributes
• Organised.
• Adaptable and Flexible.
• Safety Focused.
• Attention to Detail.
• Strong Communication and Collaborative Skills.
  About Us PENSION ENHANCEMENTS UP TO 10% | 4-WEEK SABBATICAL EVERY 5 YEARS | STAFF DISCOUNT | EXTRA HOLIDAY DAY EACH YEAR | We love great craft beer. We want everyone to be as passionate about it as we are - and our central team are vital in this mission. Every single person in our team can shape our future for the better, whether that's for our people, planet or our incredible beer. Because we expect great things from you, we give great things back. PENSION ENHANCEMENT | We increase our contributions to your pension up to 10% of your salary so together we can properly invest in your future. And, since the statutory amount all businesses pay is 3%, our decision to pay above that shows we're taking your future seriously. 4-WEEK SABBATICAL | After every 5 years here you will receive an additional 4 weeks off to spend doing whatever you want. STAFF DISCOUNT | 50% off BrewDog Beers/Ciders, Wonderland Cocktails, BrewDog Merchandise, and Soft Drinks, plus 25% off all other menu items in
our BrewDog Bars. Crew also get discount on takeaway beer - perfect for taking the bar home. ADDITIONAL HOLIDAY DAYS | For every full year completed up to your 5th year with us we add on one additional day's leave above and beyond your initial entitlement. You therefore get an extra full week off at 5 years every single year onward to rest up. AND A LOT MORE | Okay, deep breath… enhanced sick pay, healthcare, life assurance, high street retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, enhanced family friendly policies around maternity and paternity leave, pawternity leave, DE+I and crew forum groups and an allowance to quality check some beers each month! We're focused on making sure that we, and future generations, have a planet to brew great beer on. Our industry leading techniques help us create and deliver unique beer whilst doing our bit (and others') for the environment.