Project Manager

Catfoss Recruitment Ltd; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Catfoss Recruitment Ltd is currently partnering with a globally respected R&D company to recruit a Project Manager on a permanent basis for their expanding team.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Head of Project Management, this role involves working closely with technical SMEs, finance, commercial, and procurement teams to develop compelling and innovative proposals that meet submission deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

1. Coordinate project teams to deliver benefits from a portfolio or programme of projects.
2. Serve as the primary contact with internal client representatives, collaborating with technical managers.
3. Capture and manage project requirements, preparing business case documentation in coordination with technical and resource managers.
4. Understand risks, resource needs, and schedule constraints within the portfolio or programme.
5. Ensure the project baseline is clear, incorporating lessons learned and advice from colleagues.
6. Develop work breakdown structures and resource estimates with technical input.
7. Manage schedules, stage gates, and milestones in collaboration with project teams.
8. Implement a communication plan to facilitate effective information sharing respecting stakeholder needs.
9. Monitor and control project progress, address issues, and lead change management processes.
10. Assist the Bid Manager in bid preparations, including estimating, risk management, planning, and proposal presentation.

Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates will have:

1. A university degree or equivalent in an engineering or technical discipline.
2. Demonstrated experience managing complex projects; a project management qualification is a plus but not essential.
3. Ability to interpret technical narratives with guidance.
4. Excellent spoken and written English communication skills.
5. Leadership experience in technical projects, with a track record of delivering within challenging targets.
6. Commercial experience and customer management involvement are desirable.
7. At least 2 years of high-quality project management experience.

Additional Requirements

The successful candidate must meet UK security clearance requirements, including five years of UK residency and British citizenship.

Previous Job Titles

Suitable prior titles include Project Engineer, Bid Manager, Proposals Manager, Proposals Engineer, Senior Project Manager, and Technical Project Manager.

Application Process

Please apply as soon as possible. Due to high application volumes, not all applicants will receive responses; however, all successful candidates will be contacted promptly.