Project Manager - Teamcenter PLM

Planet Recruitment; Wytham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK seeks a skilled Project Manager for a 12-month contract focused on Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) using Teamcenter. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of project management experience with strong expertise in PLM implementations. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, managing project risks, and ensuring adherence to methodologies. The position offers a hybrid work environment with rates between £500-£700 per day.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of project management experience.
• At least 3 years focusing on PLM and Teamcenter implementations.
• Proven expertise with Siemens Teamcenter PLM software.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of Teamcenter PLM & Siemens Nx projects.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Manage stakeholder communications and provide regular updates.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or IT

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Project Manager - Teamcenter PLM (Contract role - 12 months, Inside IR35, Hybrid - Oxfordshire). Rate: £500-£700 per day.

Overview

Our client's vision is to become the world's leading energy and technology company. To realise this ambition, they are expanding its product development capabilities across multiple technology sectors in the UK to support a globally integrated organisation.

A critical enabler of this integration is the Foundations business initiative, which focuses on developing and aligning their Global operating model and systems. This program aims to harmonise business processes and technology across key workstreams, including product development, manufacturing, procurement, payroll, finance, and warehousing.

Role Purpose

To support objectives delivery, a skilled Project Manager is required to support the Program Director with the planning, delivery, and ongoing management of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) toolchains across all operational area.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of Teamcenter PLM & Siemens Nx projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation aligned with business goals and client requirements.
• Plan and coordinate cross‑functional teams, including business analysts, developers, system integrators, and QA to ensure timely and quality delivery.
• Manage stakeholder communications, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and issues.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues to minimise impact on delivery timelines.
• Ensure adherence to departmental project management methodologies and PLM best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery processes and outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with IT, engineering, and business units to align Teamcenter deployment with organisational objectives.
• Oversee testing, validation, and user acceptance activities to ensure the solution meets specifications.
• Manage project budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships related to PLM delivery.
• Engage and employ change management practices to ensure robust deployment and training activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of project management experience, with at least 3 years focused on PLM and Teamcenter implementations.
• Proven expertise with Siemens Teamcenter PLM software and its ecosystem.
• Strong knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management concepts and workflows.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification is beneficial.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing multi‑disciplinary, cross‑geographical teams.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and drive projects under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, or equivalent.

Personal Qualities

• Embodies and promotes the Fortescue Values in all work.
• Highly organised and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership over deliverables and timelines.
• Skilled in managing multiple stakeholders and balancing competing priorities.
• Collaborative and facilitative, with a focus on driving clarity, alignment, and action.
• Self‑motivated and confident in facilitating teams and actions.
• Resilient and pragmatic.
• Flexibility to accommodate cross‑time‑zone working.

Additional Information

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