Research and Development Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; Telford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of innovative laser systems is seeking a Research and Development Project Manager for their Telford location. The successful candidate will lead and coordinate sustainment and New Product Introduction projects, manage risks, and foster team collaboration in a dynamic environment. This role requires a degree in science or engineering and experience managing technical projects, ideally within Agile frameworks.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of SCRUM/Agile frameworks.
• Ability to learn about laser technology rapidly.

Responsibilities

• Define project phases and organize work for execution.
• Establish deliverables and maintain a risk register.
• Track project KPIs and manage phase gate reviews.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Technical project management

Agile methodologies

Education

Degree in science, technology, or engineering

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Research and Development Project Manager, Telford

Client: Solutions Driven

Location: Telford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

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

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

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

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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, proactively managing risks.
• Facilitate project workshops, ensuring outcomes align with project 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 control over 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 working 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 in SCRUM / AGILE frameworks.
• Ability to quickly learn about laser technology.
• Passion for working across all business functions, building relationships, and driving engagement.