Project Manager

ULTRA ELECTRONICS; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in Cheltenham is looking for a Project Manager to plan and manage projects critical to business objectives. This role requires strong experience in project execution across varying budgets and timelines. The ideal candidate will have exceptional stakeholder management skills, with a focus on both internal and external teams. The company offers a supportive work environment, flexible working options, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible working

25 days holiday with buy/sell options

Life assurance

Flexible benefits package

Pension scheme

Sports and Social club

Regular team events

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of Project Management experience.
• Demonstrable high level of stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in executing software projects, including PlugIns and Dep Ops.

Responsibilities

• Execute projects throughout the project life cycle.
• Create and maintain Project Management Plans.
• Manage external-facing customer relationships.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Team Leadership

Job description

Overview

Ultra Precision Control Systems are looking for a Project Manager to plan and manage projects which allow the business to deliver its strategic objective. This individual will be the person assigned by the business to lead the team that is responsible for achieving the project objectives. The successful candidate will also manage aspects of established production projects for a critical customer.

Responsibilities

• Execution of projects throughout project life cycle in accordance with defined time, budget, and quality objectives.
• Create and maintain Project Management Plans, ensuring timely, responsive completion of deliverables.
• Create and maintain project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).
• Identify stakeholders and create project Communications Plans.
• Develop appropriate strategies for effectively engaging stakeholders in project decision and execution.
• Manage and control costs as per the project budget.
• Report and present project KPIs to Senior Management Team.
• Manage project scope and perform integrated change control.
• Facilitate communications between key internal department resources (i.e. Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing).
• Acquire, develop, and manage project team resources.
• Mediate problems/issues encountered by project team members.
• Manage external-facing customer relationships.
• Support Procurement to establish and maintain key supplier relationships.
• Conduct risk management planning, identification, analysis, and response planning.
• Ensure project records are maintained and made available in accordance with project management processes and company policies.
• Deliver projects in line with Ultra contract and quality requirements.
• Ownership of tactical/operational plans for the programs assigned.
• Ability to recommend strategies that will impact mid to long term business achievements through program opportunities.
• Provision of support on bid work where necessary.
• High degree of responsibility for resources, the ability to influence business decisions and will contribute to operating plans in support of the function.
• Provide mentoring to others in the organisation.
• Successful candidate to demonstrate experience of executing SW Projects including not limited to PlugIns and Dep Ops.
• Project Management experience of at least 2 years (for external candidates) PMQ qualified personnel.
• Demonstrable high level of stakeholder management skills at all levels (including customer facing).
• Must have a "Can Do" attitude; candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.
• Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry.
• Our team is dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.

Company and culture

Ultra PCS solves customers’ problems by providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles. We help ensure our customers reach their objectives safely and keep going back. We welcome flexible working options where possible, including hybrid home/office working, and part or full-time employment. We aspire to innovate and empower, valuing trust in our people. Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures to broaden thinking and continue delivering on commitments to our customers.

Benefits

• Flexible working within core working hours
• 25 days holiday (185 hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days (37 hrs) plus bank holidays
• 4 times your annual salary in life assurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Pension Scheme - Less than 5 years\' service up to 5.5% employer contributions, 5 years\' service + up to 7.5% employer contributions
• Sports and Social club
• Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events