Research and Development Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of innovative laser systems seeks an experienced Research and Development Project Manager in Crawley to lead sustainment and New Product Introduction (NPI) projects. Candidates should have a degree in science or engineering, experience in a high-tech manufacturing environment, and strong project management skills, particularly in SCRUM/AGILE.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly in high-tech settings.
• Ability to quickly learn laser technology.
• Experience managing technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Define project phases and organize work for efficient execution.
• Track project KPIs and improve project processes.
• Oversee project closeouts and document findings.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Education

Degree in science, technology, or engineering

Tools

SCRUM

AGILE

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Research and Development Project Manager, Crawley, West Sussex

Client:

Solutions Driven

Location:

Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

A leading provider of innovative laser systems to various global markets, including renewables, microelectronics, research, life science, automotive, and medicine.

We seek an experienced R&D Project Manager to lead and coordinate sustainment and New Product Introduction (NPI) projects.

The Project Manager will support smooth project execution, foster cross-team collaboration, and may manage cross-site or non-NPI projects critical to product development. Success requires driving progress, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring project goals are met within a technically complex environment.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Project Structuring & Execution:

• Define project phases and organize work for logical and efficient execution.
• Establish clear deliverables and milestones, ensuring goals are well communicated.
• Maintain and update the risk register for proactive risk management.
• Facilitate project workshops to align outcomes with goals.
• Oversee project closeouts, documenting key findings and best practices.

Performance Monitoring & Process Improvement:

• Track project KPIs, including time, resources, and costs.
• Provide non-technical project updates and documentation.
• Continuously improve project processes and documentation.
• Ensure adherence to NPI processes and maintain project records.
• Manage phase gate reviews, gather sign-offs, and log issues.

Education & Experience

• Degree in science, technology, or engineering, or equivalent industrial experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, including transfer from design engineering to manufacturing in a high-tech setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing technical projects, ideally using SCRUM / AGILE frameworks.
• Ability to quickly learn laser technology.
• A passion for working across functions, building relationships, and driving engagement.