Project Manager (Environmental Testing)

At TV SD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TV SD.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Project Management Team, working with the latest cutting‑edge technologies at the forefront of the Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) industry.

The role is based out of the laboratory testing facilities located at Segensworth in Fareham. The core market sectors are focused upon Defence, Aerospace and Rail applications.

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing client and business expectations during the test and certification projects to ensure that they meet contractual deliverables and timescales and that costs are within budget. The testing will focus upon components used in transport applications, with a specialism upon extensive laboratory‑based environmental testing, mechanical shock, vibration and packaging testing, defence and civil EMC testing, battery testing, radio frequency, product safety and SAR testing services. You will be responsible for the final test report product being delivered correctly and promptly to enable the client’s qualification programmes to progress.

Our ability to listen to the customer, identify their exact requirements and respond quickly with a technical and commercial solution sets us apart from our competitors, therefore this role will ideally suit a candidate with an ability to work well in a team, be highly organised and have a strong customer focus.

Your experience will either be directly from within the testing area or you will have exposure and experience of product qualification through direct engagement with external Test House suppliers or in‑house testing capability within one of the core market sectors mentioned above.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Act as principal intermediary between the client and the testing facilities from the beginning to the end of projects.
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget, preserving profit margins and resolving any issues affecting profitability.
• Manage clients’ expectations commercially during their projects and provide a detailed project plan to track progress.
• Work with test supervisors to ensure timely delivery of test samples and supporting documentation, a smooth workflow and problem solving.
• Ensure accurate and on‑time delivery of contractual deliverables to enable prompt invoicing at the earliest opportunities each month.
• Maintain accurate project forecasts using the business project management tool.
• Full and compliant use of business tools.
• Coordinate internal resources, subcontract testing, third parties, vendors and specialist equipment hire to ensure projects are scheduled effectively.
• Visit clients as and when required.
• Conduct all administrative tasks associated with the project delivery process.

Essential Criteria

• Laboratory‑based product testing knowledge of the industry or industry experience of product qualification using laboratory‑based product testing.
• Exceptional organisation skills and the ability to multitask and prioritise workload based on client and business requirements.
• Consistent ability to deliver, plan for contingencies, and look for opportunities to improve.
• Good understanding of customers’ needs and perspectives and a commitment to improving customer experience.
• Good understanding of practical financial issues and commercial fundamentals; understanding of key profit drivers and how areas/functions contribute to the profitability of the business.
• Track record of balancing technical judgement with commercial awareness.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office packages and bespoke business tools.
• Good team player with a positive can‑do attitude who actively and positively engages with colleagues, proactively seeking change and self‑development.
• Excellent communication – written, face‑to‑face and by telephone.
• Self‑driven and results‑oriented.
• Core values: Own It, Improve It & Make It Positive – candidates who possess this mindset and who look to continually strive for improvement in both their direct and indirect areas of responsibility excel at TV SD.

Further Information

TV SD in the UK offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes a minimum of 33 days holiday entitlement (for full‑time employees, including public holidays), a contributory Group Personal Pension Plan and a non‑contributory Group Life Assurance Scheme. Various Salary Exchange/Sacrifice schemes (buying/selling holiday, cycle‑to‑work scheme, pensions), incentive schemes and comprehensive wellbeing support (Employee Assistance Programme, Dental Scheme and Occupational Health services) are available. Depending on the role, employees may also be eligible for hybrid/permanent home‑working, a Company Car/Car Allowance and Private Medical Insurance.

TV SD employs people from more than 100 different countries. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace, welcoming people of all backgrounds. We encourage a respectful environment and expect all employees to behave consistent with the TV SD Code of Ethics and company values.