At Prodrive we combine our pace and agility with free thinking to redefine the possible. Prodrive Advanced Technology is our performance engineering consultancy. We bring together small agile multi-disciplined teams, to work from first principles to deliver projects quickly. From challenging electro-mechanical systems to electrification projects, light-weighting programmes, to low volume complex manufacturing, across multiple sectors and disciplines we accelerate understanding and take on challenges others shy away from.

We are looking for a Programme Manager to be responsible for the successful delivery of a range of projects, from inception through to production. You will be required to work across multiple departments and will be accountable for the overall programme delivery including managing budgets, timing, and milestones, in adherence to the programme gateway process.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure programmes are appropriately scoped, planned, resourced and delivered in line with objectives and the requirements of the Programme Steering Committee
• Manage multiple projects throughout the various stages of the lifecycle and assume overall responsibility for the delivery of successful outputs
• Understand and interpret the voice of the customer to maximise commercial opportunities and customer satisfaction
• Drive the programme deliverables through management and leadership of cross functional teams and communicate programme status and progress
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal & external customers and key suppliers
• Accountability for programme budgets, demonstrating a detailed understanding and tight control of programme related financials including D&D, tooling and external suppliers
• Manage programme cash flow through management of invoicing, payment and external purchase orders
• Manage and control programme change and risks, following appropriate process

You:

We are looking for an experienced programme manager who has delivered complex and varied fast paced engineering projects. You will be an excellent communicator who is able to build credible and trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders, as well as possessing a high commercial focus and acumen.

You will have a strong analytical background and excellent negotiation and conflict management skills, you need the ability to listen and offer direction to the wider team to drive problem resolution.

What we offer in return;

A modern, spacious working environment with free onsite parking, competitive salaries as well as a tailored range of benefits, which include: life assurance, free fitness assessments and advice from our ‘Fit 4 Life team’, a subsidised canteen, onsite exercise classes, opportunity to join our group personal pension, 25 days holiday, with an opportunity to purchase extra, and company discounts e.g. motorsport merchandise… and much more!