Avenue Scotland are currently recruiting for a Programme Manager
Main purpose of the job
Managing challenging and often complex product and system developments for clients in a wide range of market sectors. Offering a high level of diversity and interest, the role will include interworking with other seniors within the Products and Systems Division to develop relationships with prospective clients and identification of new business opportunities.
We combine highly creative lateral thinking with excellent technical skills and a broad base of industry experience to form multidisciplinary development teams. Our work ranges from undertaking complete product developments from concept to market, to providing consulting services for our clients on their technology, strategy or development processes.
Specific responsibilities
Managing projects across a range of industry areas, typically consisting of multidisciplinary teams (including hardware, software, digital signal processing, mechanics and production engineering).
The position involves the management of projects through the complete development lifecycle, from requirements definition through to final delivery. You will be involved in proposal preparation, selection of the team, negotiations with 3rd parties, managing concept generation, analysis of the system architecture, liaison across engineering disciplines and the specification, implementation and testing of the design.
You will manage projects typically in the region £100,000 to £3,000,000 that require delivery within tight timescales and budgets, managing both internal and external resources.
You will also make a significant contribution to our business development activities through supporting our campaign managers. You will develop your own relationships with clients and will be able to respond to their needs, recognise sales opportunities and use your commercial skills to negotiate contract terms and conditions with the support of our business office.
Minimum requirements
A good degree in engineering, plus substantial industrial experience working in product / system design and development. Proven track record in the management of large multi-disciplinary projects (mechanics, electronics, RF, analogue, software).
Other attributes:
Understanding of the product development process in a relevant industry
Experience in a particular industry area, with an interest in using your management skills across a range of industries
Experience in managing products through to manufacture
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
Your project management experience should be underpinned by technical expertise in a relevant field
Future Prospects
The Company is committed to developing its employees’careers and has a flexible policy for individual capabilities and preferences. Promotion is linked to merit.
To apply, send your CV, Notice Period, Current Salary, Expected Salary
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