Socode are partnering with a Cambridgeshire-based technology company developing advanced industrial systems used in high-performance manufacturing environments. As the business moves into its next phase of growth, they’re looking to bring in a Technical Project Manager to lead delivery of complex technology projects across their operations function.
This is a hands‑on delivery role sitting between engineering, operations and external vendors. You’ll own projects from scope through to completion, with a focus on continuous improvement and capital investment programmes. You’ll make sure every project lands on time, within scope and within budget.
What will you be doing?
- Managing end-to-end delivery of technical projects across the operations function
- Defining project scope, goals, timelines and deliverables with input from key stakeholders
- Maintaining project plans, risk registers, resource requirements and financial forecasts
- Acting as the main point of contact for your projects and keeping stakeholders clearly updated
- Championing technical documentation and robust engineering change control
- Working with engineering teams to define solutions and making sure standards are followed
- Introducing Agile ways of working within a traditional waterfall environment
- Identifying and managing risks and issues before they impact delivery
- Coordinating with third‑party vendors and suppliers where required
- Driving continuous improvement in how projects are run across the business
What are they looking for?
- 5–8 years’ experience managing technical projects
- A technical background, ideally within an engineering or manufacturing environment
- Hands‑on experience of Agile delivery
- Clear and confident communication style, able to explain technical concepts to a range of audiences
- Strong organisation, planning and prioritisation skills, with real attention to detail
- Proven stakeholder management, with a track record of on‑time, on‑budget delivery
- Degree in Engineering, Science or a related technical discipline
Nice to have
- Experience with Jira and MS Project (not essential, as training is available)
- PMP, PRINCE2 or Agile certifications
- Exposure to CAPEX or continuous improvement programmes
- Experience managing third‑party vendors
Benefits:
- 9% total pension
- generous bonus structure
- car allowance
- private healthcare/dental
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Technical Project Manager in Cambridge employer: So Code Limited
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