Senior Project Manager

SPX Technologies; Wappenham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plans

Educational assistance

Leadership development programs

Recognition programs

Job summary

SPX Technologies, part of Detection and Measurement, seeks a Senior Project Manager with a strong technical background to oversee large-scale Data Links projects. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage complex deliveries, and operate in international settings to meet customer needs.

The role requires at least 6 years in technical work and project management, familiarity with RF technologies, and ability to travel internationally (35–50%).

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of technical experience.
• Minimum 6 years of project management experience on large/complex projects.
• Familiarity with RF technologies, ISR systems, or tactical communications.
• Experience working internationally or with global teams (UK and SE Asia preferred).

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of a major project and ensure on-time delivery.
• Maintain schedules, budgets, and status reports; lead reviews with stakeholders.
• Lead risk management and mitigation across geographies.
• Manage on-site activities including installation, commissioning, and acceptance tests.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, and commercial functions.
• Serve as main point of contact for internal/external stakeholders during execution.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and contractual obligations; support proposal activity.

Skills

Senior PM experience

RF technologies

International collaboration

Cross-functional leadership

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

PM certification (PMP/PRINCE2)

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

As part of Detection and Measurement, Enterprise Control Systems (ECS) is a leading supplier of long range data links that support real time high resolution video transfer between air and ground users. In creating products like RF inhibitors and specialized equipment for military and security purposes, we protect ground forces and infrastructure around the world.

How You Will Make An Impact (Job Summary)

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Project Manager with a strong technical background to oversee and deliver large-scale projects within our Data Links vertical. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work cross functionally to complete projects; the ability to deal with complex situations/projects in international settings; and strong communications and organizational skills to successfully manage product deliveries, systems integration, field installations, customer training and technical support activities.

What You Can Expect In This Role (Job Responsibilities)

• Manage full lifecycle of one major project and other smaller projects, from planning through to handover.
• Maintain schedules, project estimates, resource plans, budget tracking, monthly and quarterly status reports and conducts project meetings, customer reviews, and management reviews.
• Lead risk management and mitigation strategies across geographies, and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope. Monitors staff progress, ensuring compliance with timelines, budget, ensuring timely delivery of milestones.
• Manage all on-site activities, including: site preparation; arrangements for and inspection of incoming shipments; installation and commissioning of hardware and software; performance of Factory and Site Acceptance Tests.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, and commercial functions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all internal and external stakeholders during execution (manufacturing, installation and post-sale support periods).
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and company policies
• Support sales and marketing activities in project and program management roles in preparation of proposals.
• Support contract negotiation, amendments, and project close-out activities.

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

Required Experience

• A minimum of 6 years technical experience.
• A minimum of 6 years’ project management experience with a proven record of managing large and complex projects.
• Familiarity with RF technologies, ISR systems, or tactical communications is highly desirable.
• Prior experience working internationally or with global teams, especially across UK and Southeast Asia (preferred).

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation abilities across cultures and time zones.
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.
• Drive for excellence and continuous improvement.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking capability.
• Analytical thinker and problem-solver.
• Commercial acumen and budget management.
• Able to manage remote teams and virtual collaboration.
• Culturally aware and adaptable.
• International travel experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel and Project
• The ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and electrical / electronic schematics.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills in English are required.

Education & Certifications

• Qualified applicants should possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a technical field
• Relevant project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).

Travel & Working Environment

• Hybrid working between office and home
• Must be willing to travel internationally from 35%-50% of the time.

How We Live Our Culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.

What benefits do we offer?

• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realise their fullest potential.