PLM & MES Delivery PMO / Implementation Manager

PLM & MES Delivery PMO / Implementation Manager
Location: London / Hybrid
Rate: £500–£550 per day (Inside IR35)
Contract Length: 6 Months
Start Date: ASAP (April 2026)

Overview
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced PLM & MES Delivery PMO / Implementation Manager to join a leading consulting-led environment, supporting the delivery of complex digital engineering programmes across enterprise clients.
This role will suit a contractor with strong experience managing PLM and MES implementations, combined with excellent stakeholder management and delivery leadership capabilities.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of end-to-end PLM and MES programmes.
• Oversee implementation of leading PLM tools (e.g. Teamcenter, Windchill, ENOVIA).
• Oversee implementation of MES platforms (e.g. Opcenter, ThingWorx, DELMIA).
• Manage cross-functional teams and coordinate delivery activities.
• Act as the main point of contact for stakeholders and provide regular project updates.
• Drive planning, risk management, and governance across the programme lifecycle.
• Ensure successful delivery through testing, validation, and issue resolution.
• Support change management and user adoption activities.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong experience in project/programme management or PMO roles.
• Experience delivering PLM and/or MES implementations.
• Exposure to major PLM and MES platforms.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience working within manufacturing-led industries (e.g. Industrial, Aerospace, Automotive, Defence).

Desirable

• Professional certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile).
• Experience with cloud-based solutions.
• Experience integrating with ERP or enterprise systems.

Additional Information

• Hybrid working model with London base.
• Opportunity to work on large-scale transformation programmes.
• Potential for extension or further project opportunities.