Senior R&D Project Manager

R&D / Senior Project Manager/ Automotive / Powertrain/ Propulsion

Job Title: Senior R&D Project Manager

Location: London, hybrid with occasional international work trips

Salary: £60-70k + benefits

Domain: Automotive / Powertrain/ Propulsion

I’m currently hiring for a Senior R&D Project Manager for my client in the automotive industry. As the R&D Project Manager, you will lead a small team in a client-facing role, responsible for defining, scheduling, and managing a portfolio of key R&D projects. You will ensure the delivery of the R&D functions’ objectives while aligning with the overall business priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage end-to-end technical R&D projects from concept through to delivery in the automotive sector.
• Develop and implement project plans, manage resources, and identify risks for R&D projects.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution and project success.
• Report on project status, key risks, and issues to senior management and project stakeholders.
• Manage R&D project budgets, providing monthly forecasts and actuals.
• Communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in the automotive industry, particularly with technical R&D projects.
• Strong background in delivering R&D projects using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and process improvement (e.g., SixSigma).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with all levels of the business.
• Expertise in project planning, resource estimation, and stakeholder management.
• Proactive in identifying and resolving potential issues to ensure smooth project execution.
• Experienced with MS Office and project management tools such as JIRA and MS Project.
• Desired: Experience in the powertrain/propulsion domain and hands-on engineering experience.

If you’re an experienced R&D Project Manager with a background in the automotive domain (powertrain/ propulsion being a bonus!) and passion for leading technical projects, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

R&D / Senior Project Manager/ Automotive / Powertrain/ Propulsion