Design Programme Leader

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Design Programme Leader to drive innovative vehicle designs. This role offers the chance to lead projects from concept to production, ensuring efficiency and clarity while collaborating with a talented team. You'll implement Agile methodologies and manage project risks, timings, and resources. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of automotive design in a dynamic environment. If you're passionate about creativity and leadership, this role is your chance to make a significant impact in the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Design Studio supporting creative development.
• Strong project management skills with a history of successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of Design Vision from concept to production.
• Coordinate Vehicle Design activities in line with business priorities.

Skills

Project Management

Collaboration

Communication

Budgeting

Resource Allocation

Change Management

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Design Programme Leader - 40024 - £46.10/hr umbrella rate

Do you have proven experience in a Design Studio environment and strong Project Management skills? Imagine stepping into a role where your creativity fuels innovation and drives the future of automotive design. This is a unique opportunity for a Design Programme Leader to be at the forefront of shaping the future of vehicles at a prestigious location in Gaydon. This position offers not just a job, but a career filled with challenges, learning opportunities, and the chance to work on exciting projects with a talented team.

What You Will Do:

1. Lead the delivery of the Design Vision from concept to production, ensuring efficiency and clarity.
2. Coordinate all Vehicle Design activities in line with the company's creative and business priorities.
3. Implement Agile Ways of Working to constantly improve team performance.
4. Manage project timings, risk and issue resolution, cost, and resource systems.
5. Communicate effectively with individuals at all levels and expertise across various departments.
6. Drive process improvement initiatives within the Vehicle Design Programme Management team.

What You Will Bring:

1. Proven experience in a Design Studio environment, supporting the creative development process through to delivery.
2. Strong project management skills, with a track record of planning, monitoring, and delivering projects.
3. Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence others at all levels.
4. Knowledge of budgeting, resource allocation, and change management.
5. Experience with Agile ways of working and JIRA experience is preferred.

This role is pivotal in driving the delivery of innovative designs that align with the company's vision and business priorities. By joining the team, you will play a critical role in ensuring that projects are executed with precision, creativity, and efficiency.

Location: The position is based at the company's vibrant and dynamic office in Gaydon, a hub of creativity and innovation.

Interested?:

If you're ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role as a Design Programme Leader, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to embark on a journey where your creativity and leadership will shape the future of automotive design.

This role is Inside IR35.