Senior Project Manager

Verso Recruitment Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior R&D Project Manager to lead innovative projects in the electronics sector. The role requires strong project management skills and the ability to coordinate multiple teams. This position offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement, with regular on-site presence in the Greater Southampton area and potential for career growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager within electronic OEM companies.
• Strong background in delivering R&D projects involving electronics, embedded software, and mechanical design.
• Exceptional leadership and team coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing R&D projects from concept through to delivery.
• Coordinating with electronics, embedded software, and mechanical design teams.
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Overview

Are you a seasoned Project Manager with a passion for leading innovative R&D projects in the electronics OEM sector? This role offers the perfect blend of challenge and reward, providing the chance to drive cutting-edge projects from inception to completion.

Location and working arrangement

Their R&D team and Production department are all based in the Southampton area. As an employer, they are very flexible on hybrid working. Regular on-site presence is expected to ensure project delivery; how regular is up for discussion with the right candidates.

Role purpose

As a Senior R&D Project Manager, you will be instrumental in orchestrating the seamless integration of electronics, embedded software, and mechanical design teams, ensuring that each project is delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing R&D projects from concept through to delivery.
• Coordinating with electronics, embedded software, and mechanical design teams.
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification.
• Identifying and mitigating project risks.
• Communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Essential skills and experience

• Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager within electronic OEM companies.
• Strong background in delivering R&D projects involving electronics, embedded software, and mechanical design.
• Exceptional leadership and team coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

Growth and reporting

This opportunity will allow you to have a big input into how projects are run within the business. Reporting to the VP of Engineering, you will play a lead role in delivering R&D projects across the business. This client is expanding rapidly with ambitious growth plans. This role has the potential to grow within the business into a PMO Director role.

How to apply

If you have any specific questions about this Senior R&D Project Manager role, please contact David on 01582 350052 / [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design and Engineering
• Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Computers and Electronics Manufacturing, and Measuring and Control Instrument Manufacturing

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