Time Type: Full time
Posted on: Posted Yesterday
Job Requisition ID: REQ-9216
We are Ultra Precision Control Systems Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.
We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles.
We also offer innovative products optimised to support the unique challenges of the dismounted soldier. We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives and keep on going back.
Flexible Working Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.
Job Description Ultra Precision Control Systems are looking for a Project Manager to plan and manage projects which allow the business to deliver its strategic objective. This individual will be the person assigned by the business to lead the team that is responsible for achieving the project objectives. The successful candidate will also manage aspects of established production projects for a critical customer.
Key Responsibilities: Execution of projects throughout project life cycle in accordance with defined time, budget, and quality objectives. Create and maintain Project Management Plans, ensuring timely, responsive completion of deliverables. Create and maintain project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS). Identify stakeholders and create project Communications Plans. Develop appropriate strategies for effectively engaging stakeholders in project decision and execution. Manage and control costs as per the project budget. Report and present project KPIs to Senior Management Team. Manage project scope and perform integrated change control. Facilitate communications between key internal department resources (i.e. Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing). Acquire, develop, and manage project team resources. Mediation of problems/issues encountered by project team members. Manage external-facing customer relationships. Support Procurement to establish and maintain key supplier relationships. Conduct risk management planning, identification, analysis, and response planning. Ensure project records are maintained and made available in accordance with project management processes and company policies. Deliver projects in line with Ultra contract and quality requirements. Ownership of tactical/operational plans for the programs assigned. Ability to recommend strategies that will impact mid to long term business achievements through program opportunities. Provision of support on bid work where necessary. High degree of responsibility for resources, the ability to influence business decisions and will contribute to operating plans in support of the function. Provide mentoring to others in the organization. Required Skills & Experience: Holds Project Management qualification (PMI, APM or global equivalent). Desirable for education of Bachelor's degree level. Successful candidate to demonstrate experience of executing similar projects. Experienced Project Manager. An action-oriented person who drives results with strong customer focus. Strong communicator with excellent leadership skills. Demonstratable high level of stakeholder management skills. Someone with a 'Can Do' attitude. Benefits: Flexible working within core working hours. 25 days holiday with the option to buy/sell 5 days plus bank holidays. 4 times your annual salary in life assurance. Flexible benefits package. Pension Scheme - Less than 5 years' service up to 5.5% employer contributions, 5 years' service + up to 7.5% employer contributions. Sports and Social club. Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events. You couldn't be joining the team and Ultra at a more exciting time. Therefore if this sounds of interest, please follow the application process.
Nationality Requirements Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.
Diverse & Inclusive Employer Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.
We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.
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