Project Assistant jobs in United Kingdom

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Client: Solutions Driven

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Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

A leading provider of innovative laser systems serving 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 facilitate smooth project execution, foster cross-team collaboration, and may oversee 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.

• Define project phases and organize work for logical and efficient execution.
• Establish clear deliverables and milestones, communicating near-term and long-term goals effectively.
• 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.

• 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 control over project records.
• Manage phase gate reviews, gather sign-offs, and log issues.

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