Project Manager (Defence and Aerospace) in Hampshire

At TÜV SÜD 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 TÜV SÜD.

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 Defence, Aerospace and Rail applications.

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing the client and business expectations during the test and certification projects to ensure that they meet contractual deliverables/timescales and that costs are within budget. The testing will focus on components used in transport applications, with a specialism in 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 programs 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 who works well in a team, is highly organised and has 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.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• 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 client’s expectations, providing a detailed project plan to track progress.
• Work with the test supervisors to ensure the timely delivery of test samples and supporting documentation, smooth workflow and problem solving.
• Manage projects to ensure on‑time and accurate delivery of contractual deliverables, supporting prompt and accurate invoicing each month.
• Keep accurate project forecasts current and up to date using the business project management tool.
• Ensure full and compliant use of business tools.
• Coordinate internal resources, subcontract testing, third parties, vendors and specialist equipment hire to schedule projects effectively.
• Visit clients as and when required.
• Conduct all administrative tasks associated with the project delivery process.

Essential Criteria – The Successful Candidate Will Have/demonstrate

• Laboratory‑based product testing knowledge of the industry or experience of product qualification using laboratory‑based testing.
• Exceptional organisational 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, striving to improve customer experience.
• Good understanding of practical financial issues and commercial fundamentals; understanding of key profit drivers and how functions contribute to profitability.
• Track record of balancing technical judgement with commercial awareness.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office packages and bespoke business tools.
• A good team player with a positive “can‑do” attitude who actively engages with colleagues and adopts a proactive approach to change and self‑development.
• Excellent communicator—written, face‑to‑face and by telephone.
• Self‑driven and results‑orientated.
• Core values of “Own it”, “Improve it” & “Make it Positive” are embraced, with a mindset to continually strive for improvement in all areas of responsibility.

Further Information

TÜV SÜD in the UK offers a competitive salary and benefits package with 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. We also offer various Salary Exchange/Sacrifice schemes, incentive schemes and comprehensive wellbeing support (Employee Assistance Programme, Dental Scheme and Occupational Health services). Dependent on their role, employees may also be eligible for hybrid/permanent home‑working, a Company Car/Car Allowance and Private Medical Insurance.

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse workplace, welcoming people from all backgrounds. Diversity & Inclusion is a foundation of our company and we aim to create an environment where all employees are treated with respect, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic background, faith, beliefs, disabilities, age, sexual orientation or identity. Employees are expected to behave consistently with the TÜV SÜD Code of Ethics and Company values.