Senior Programmes Manager

Job Description

Company Overview:Join our clients dynamic global engineering client as a Senior Programme Manager and be at the forefront of innovation and strategic development initiatives. We are a leader in the engineering industry, committed to delivering groundbreaking products andsolutions that redefine industry standards.Position Overview:We are seeking a seasoned Senior Programme Manager to spearhead and provide strategic direction to our portfolio of product development programmes. The ideal candidate will lead a team, ensuring that projects align with the strategic roadmap, deliveringexceptional results within set timelines, budgets, and quality parameters.Key Responsibilities:

• Direct, lead, and coordinate diverse programmes/projects, leveraging strategic thinking, operational excellence, and effective leadership to achieve organisational goals.
• Collaborate closely with Global Programme and Product Management to align Abatement and Integrated System development programmes with business needs, emphasising improved time-to-market for innovative product delivery.
• Engage with key stakeholders, including Innovation Centres, Divisional Engineering Managers, and Global Programme/ Product Managers, ensuring clarity of requirements and priorities.
• Ensure resource alignment across projects, sourcing the right skills and tools necessary for successful project delivery, potentially extending collaboration across other Product Companies/Divisions.
• Collaborate with the Head of Engineering to ensure timely, cost-effective, and specification-compliant project deliveries.
• Track project progress, reporting to Division and Senior Leadership teams, and proactively resolving obstacles to ensure smooth product introductions.
• Conduct project stage gate reviews, ensuring adherence to relevant global and local processes, such as the Product Commercialisation Process (PCP).
• Lead team development, fostering a high-performing workforce accountable for meeting departmental and organisational objectives.
• Drive global business alignment, establishing consistent programme and project management practices across Product Companies.
• Collaborate with other PCs and divisional teams to develop and implement new/improved processes, setting industry standards.

Qualifications/Education/Certifications:

• Recognised Project or Programme Management Qualification
• Degree in Technical/Mechanical/Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering preferred; alternatively, a software or science degree may be considered
• Experience/Skills:
• Significant experience in capital projects and programme management within an industrial products environment.
• Managing multiple complex NPI programmes/projects across various phases and years.
• Prior line management or functional management experience.
• Expertise in organisational transformation and change management.
• Proven experience influencing and managing global teams.
• Exceptional influencing and negotiation skills, including executive-level engagement.
• Strong analytical abilities for complex programme requirements.
• Commercial acumen with a clear leadership style.
• Proficiency in project planning tools and problem-solving.
• Ability to remain composed under pressure, finding creative solutions to challenges.
• Proactive in exploring new solutions or methodologies.
• Effective communication skills across diverse organisational levels and cultures.

Join our clients passionate team and contribute to groundbreaking innovations that shape the future of engineering. If you are a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a track record of successful programme management, we invite you to applyand be part of our clients ambitious journey.

Keyskills :
EngineeringLeadershipManagementManufacturingManagerProjectStrategicProgrammes