Senior Project Manager
Job type:Perm
Country:United Kingdom
Salary/Rate:£70 000
Specialism:Project and Programme Management
Job ref:NBSSTL001
Post Date:17. 10. 2024
Scroll
Meet Our Recruiter
About the Role
About the Client:
We are a leading force in the space industry, specialising in advanced satellite technology and space exploration. Our mission is to deliver innovative and reliable solutions for Earth observation, communications, and scientific research.Combining cutting-edge technology with industry expertise, we offer high-performance satellite systems and mission services. Our goal is to transform visionary ideas into reality and advance the frontiers of space exploration.
Position Overview:
Our client seeks a proactive and passionate Project Manager to lead and motivate a team in delivering some of the world's most innovative space projects for a diverse customer base, including institutional, export, and defence sectors. This role involves managing projects from contract commencement through development, delivery of space and ground segments, launch preparation, in-orbit commissioning, and subsequent service delivery and operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage projects or aspects, ensuring schedules, deliverables, and risk management are in place.
- Lead day-to-day project activities, driving engineering delivery and keeping alignment with project plans.
- Break down tasks, coordinate resources with engineering leaders, and communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Conduct major project reviews, managing risks and securing customer payment milestones.
- Monitor project finances, ensuring adherence to budget and supporting bids with programmatic solutions.
- Experience managing projects in satellite or aerospace industries.
- Familiarity with customer interfacing, contracts, and work package systems.
Qualifications:
- Degree or equivalent in an engineering or technical discipline.
- Strong people management skills with the ability to motivate teams in a collaborative environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of influencing and negotiating with stakeholders at all levels.
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and adaptable to changing priorities.
- Results-oriented with a proactive approach to decision-making and problem-solving.
- Ability to create and maintain project plans and schedules within MS Project, translating complex concepts into manageable tasks.
- Understanding of commercial terms and their implications on projects, with a good grasp of contracts and product assurance plans.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with risk management processes.
What the Client Offers:
- 32 days of holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme with life assurance
- Private medical and international travel insurance
- Annual bonus scheme
- Share incentive plan
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental pay for new parents
- High street discount scheme
More jobs from this recruiter
View AllHead of Programmes
United Kingdom
£75 000
Our client, a global leader in designing and manufacturing specialized components and subsystems for industries like space, aerospace, defense, and healthcare, is seeking a Programme Manager for their RF Power business. Based in Chelmsford, the client pioneers' solutions that power space exploration, satellite communications, and advanced imaging technologies. This role involves managing strategic R&D and customer-funded projects, working with engineers and scientists on innovative applications like radiotherapy machines, radar systems, and satellite communication amplifiers. The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience, leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget, using tools such as Microsoft Project and SAP. The client offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a progressive vacation plan, retirement benefits, and more.
Senior Optical Engineer
United Kingdom
£55 000
Our client, a global leader in specialized components and subsystems for industries such as space, aerospace, and healthcare, seeks a proactive Optical Engineer to lead the design and analysis of a new payload for ESA. This role involves working with project teams and subcontractors to ensure the optical design, assembly, and integration meet technical, programmatic, and budgetary requirements. Key responsibilities include reviewing optical designs, advising on risks, managing subcontractors, and contributing to bid preparation. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of optical design for space applications, proficiency in optical design software (e.g., Zemax), and experience managing complex engineering lifecycles. This position offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, and wellness programs.
Senior Project Manager
United Kingdom
£70 000
Our client, a leader in the space industry specializing in advanced satellite technology and space exploration, is seeking a proactive Project Manager to lead innovative space projects across various sectors, including institutional, export, and defense. This role involves managing projects from contract initiation to delivery, covering space and ground segments, launch preparation, and in-orbit commissioning. Key responsibilities include overseeing project activities, driving engineering delivery, managing resources, handling stakeholder communication, and ensuring adherence to budgets and schedules. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering or a related field, strong people management skills, experience in the satellite or aerospace industry, and the ability to manage complex projects within MS Project. This position offers an attractive benefits package, including 32 days of holiday, a pension scheme, private medical insurance, and an annual bonus scheme, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Senior Mission Systems Engineer
United Kingdom
£60 000
Our client, a leading organization in the space industry specializing in advanced satellite technology and space exploration, is seeking a Systems Engineer to lead missions from Low Earth Orbit (LEO) to Geostationary Orbit (GEO) and beyond. This role offers a unique cradle-to-grave experience, allowing engineers to engage in every phase of a mission, from concept to assembly, integration, testing, launch, and operational life. Key responsibilities include serving as the technical lead on missions, conducting system-level design, participating in customer meetings, and preparing high-quality presentations and reports. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics, have proven experience as a systems engineer on space missions, and possess strong technical writing and presentation skills. Proficiency in MS Office, familiarity with analysis tools like STK and Matlab, and hands-on experience with environmental testing are essential. The position offers a competitive benefits package, including 32 days of holiday, private medical insurance, and an annual bonus scheme, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.