Senior Project Manager

IC Resources; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

IC Resources is recruiting a Senior Project Manager in Bristol on a hybrid basis to lead the development of cutting-edge wireless communication products used in commercial and defence sectors.

You’ll own technically complex programmes across RF, hardware, firmware and software from concept through production, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and delivering on schedule, quality and cost objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex engineering projects in hardware-focused environments.
• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary product development involving RF systems, PCB design, embedded software and firmware.
• Experience managing projects through the complete product development lifecycle, including manufacturing readiness.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing complex hardware and software development programmes from feasibility through to production
• Coordinating multidisciplinary teams across RF, embedded software, firmware, PCB and mechanical design
• Managing project schedules, budgets, resources, risks and dependencies
• Working closely with operations and manufacturing to support NPI and production transfer
• Building strong relationships with customers, suppliers and external partners
• Providing clear project reporting and ensuring delivery remains aligned with business objectives

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

RF systems

Agile & stage-gate

Job description

This Senior Project Manager role offers the opportunity to lead the development of cutting‑edge wireless communication products used in both commercial and defence applications. Working across RF, hardware, firmware and software engineering teams, you’ll take ownership of technically complex programmes from concept through to production, helping bring next‑generation connectivity solutions to market.

The role is based in Bristol, operating on a hybrid basis, and offers a competitive package with excellent benefits and long‑term career progression.

Our client is an innovative technology company developing advanced wireless communication systems that solve some of the industry’s toughest connectivity challenges. Their products combine custom silicon, RF engineering, embedded software and complex hardware platforms to deliver high‑performance solutions deployed in real‑world transport, defence and industrial environments. As the business continues to grow, they’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to coordinate multidisciplinary development programmes and ensure projects are delivered successfully.

As the Project Manager, you’ll work closely with engineering, operations, manufacturing and commercial teams, taking ownership of delivery across the full product development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Managing complex hardware and software development programmes from feasibility through to production
• Coordinating multidisciplinary teams across RF, embedded software, firmware, PCB and mechanical design
• Managing project schedules, budgets, resources, risks and dependencies
• Working closely with operations and manufacturing to support NPI and production transfer
• Building strong relationships with customers, suppliers and external partners
• Providing clear project reporting and ensuring delivery remains aligned with business objectives

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex engineering projects within hardware‑focused environments
• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary product development involving RF systems, PCB design, embedded software and firmware
• Experience managing projects through the complete product development lifecycle, including manufacturing readiness
• Knowledge of structured stage‑gate development alongside Agile software delivery
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience within wireless communications, telecommunications, defence or advanced electronics would be highly advantageous

This is an opportunity to work on products that are already making a real‑world impact while helping shape the next generation of wireless communications. You’ll join a technically exceptional team, gain exposure to cutting‑edge RF and embedded technology, and take ownership of highly visible programmes that directly influence the future direction of the business.