Technical Project Manager jobs in United Kingdom

Rheinmetall Electronics UK Ltd. in Newport Isle of Wight

Ref‑Nr.: UK00499

Schedule type: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent Full‑Time

Working as part of the Programmes Team, the Project Manager role will be responsible for the delivery and execution of projects to meet the stringent requirements across a range of defence sector programmes within the UK and internationally. The Project Manager will drive project activity, resources and deliverables whilst ensuring all commercial business needs are met. You will be responsible for being the main point of contact to the customer for the project and coordinate REUK project activities. In addition, the Project Manager will work with the Project Controller and Head of Programmes to ensure full recording and reporting of project data to report into the business on project progress and performance.

• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and resource requirements to meet project scope.
• Execute projects efficiently, ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulatory compliance.

• Engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, subcontractors, and cross‑functional teams, including internal and external project meetings.
• Maintain effective communication channels to provide regular updates on project progress and address any concerns.

• Identify potential risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with security classifications in alignment with the defence sector's requirements.

• Monitor project budgets, ensuring financial accountability and cost‑effectiveness.
• Allocate and manage resources effectively to optimise project outcomes.
• Implementation of Earned Value Management throughout the Project Execution Phase.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to understand the technical aspects of electronic hardware and software solutions.
• Capture technical queries and facilitate responses from the engineering team.

• Ensure both programmatic and technical aspects of the project delivery meet the requirements of the scope of works.
• Ensure projects adhere to all applicable regulations and certifications.

• Strong organisational and team management skills whilst being able to work as part of a close team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient in project‑management tools and methodologies.
• Strategic thinking and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Understanding of technical development processes, including technical Stage Gates.
• Proactive and self‑motivated attitude.

• Formal Project Management Qualification and / or suitable Project experience.
• Experience working within a highly regulated and technical sector.
• Familiarity with UK defence and procurement processes / standards desirable.
• Eligible or willing to obtain and maintain Security Clearance for projects within the UK Defence Sector.

You will be automatically enrolled onto our pension scheme and receive a company pension contribution of 5% of salary (this entitlement is removed if you decide to opt‑out of the scheme).

This offer also includes an entitlement, for you and your immediate family, to join the company BUPA Healthcare and Dental‑care Insurance, and for you to be included in the REUK 4‑times salary Death‑in‑Service scheme (with cover up to statutory retirement age), both these benefits will be available to you once you have successfully completed your probationary period.

As well as other benefits.