Ref:ROXUK00139 – Project Manager

Roxel Group; Kidderminster; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee the direction and execution of various projects within a dynamic engineering environment. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects related to solid propellant rocket motors, ensuring alignment with company strategy and business targets. You will collaborate closely with customers, manage risks effectively, and lead cross-functional teams to success. With competitive benefits, including hybrid working options post-probation, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the defense industry.

Benefits

Early finish on a Friday

Competitive Salary

Pension – up to 8%

Flexible Working

Success Sharing Bonus Scheme

Company Sick Pay

Perkbox

Free Parking

Subsidised Canteen

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Experience in managing production and development projects.
• Knowledge of project management software tools is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Generate and deliver project plans for new business bids.
• Manage cross-functional teams and improve project value.

Skills

Project Management

Risk Management

Customer Communication

Financial Understanding

Team Management

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Project

Job description

Early finish on a Friday, Competitive Salary, Pension – up to 8%,Flexible Working, Success Sharing Bonus Scheme, Company Sick Pay, Perkbox, Free Parking, Subsidised Canteen, Onsite parking, Uniform provided

Hours of Work:

37h/week

8:00-16:30 Monday to Thursday (30mins lunch break, 12:00-12:30)

8:00-13:00 Friday (no lunch break)

Homeworking:

This role is eligible for hybrid homeworking following successful completion of 6 month probation period.

Roxel is an Anglo-French Company that designs, develops and manufactures a range of solid propellant rocket motors for use in tactical missiles. Its operations are spread across several sites in the UK and France and it has an annual turnover of about £100M and nearly 1000 staff, with 250+ in the UK.

The main UK operations are located at Summerfield near Kidderminster and it is here that a vacancy has arisen for a Project Manager to be accountable for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific projects of work ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and business targets.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• The generation, maintenance and delivery of project plans in support of bids for new business.
• The definition, generation and execution of project plans for contracted work according to business needs. Scope could include development, production or research projects.
• Improving project value and project margin through the proactive management of project risks.
• Project reporting both internally to customers.
• Management, monitoring and motivation of cross-functional team members assigned to the project(s).
• Working closely with the customer to understand the business requirements for the project, developing effective working relationships and ongoing management processes for the project.
• Approval and/or authorisation of documents as defined in Approved Signatory or Delegated Authorities List.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience and knowledge of the following:

• Previous knowledge of planning, managing and delivering production, development or technology projects involving small to medium batch manufacturing of discrete and complex products and sub-components. Experience of developmental activities where project parameters can be subject to change is desirable.
• A sound commercial and financial understanding is required.
• Knowledge and experience of Project Management software tools such as Primavera or Microsoft Project is necessary.
• Good customer skills and an ability to work and communicate with people at all levels in the organisation.
• Prepared to travel within the UK and overseas as required.
• Ability to work in/with a multi-disciplined team.
• Effective risk management (demonstrated experience of effective risk mitigation is more important than knowledge of a particular process).
• Background in or experience in managing projects within an engineering focussed environment is advantageous
• Knowledge of MoD and aerospace applications would be an advantage.
• Experience and up-to-date knowledge of the defence industry is desirable

Further Information:

• Support and training will be provided for the successful candidate, to fill any gaps in knowledge and experience.
• This role is eligible for hybrid Working – up to 1 day a week after completion of 6-month probation period.
• This role is also being advertised Internally.

Qualifications

• 1.Degree / industry related qualification or equivalent experience essential

How to apply

Please send us your CV and motivation letter to [e-mail].

Please specify your salary expectations as part of the process.

Please note: Obtaining a Security Clearance is a requirement of employment at Roxel UK. Please check guidelines by looking on the below link:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels