Engineering Programme Manager

Engineering Programme ManagerBased near Dudley Circa £60,000 per annum
We are seeking an experience engineering programme manager to join a leading Black Country manufacturer at a senior level.
Contract and benefits of Engineering programme manager:

• Circa £60,000 salary
• Monday to Friday role
• 40 hours per week
• 25 days holiday + BHs
• Health assurance
• Pension Enrolment

Engineering Programme Manager Role Overview:

The engineering programme manager will be responsible for providing the lead on major programme launches, coordinating the whole programme from cradle to grave including engineering changes. Ensure progress is monitored; risks identified and appropriate mitigation against non-delivery is invoked. Create and manage programme plans gateways, functional milestones and deliverables, managing constraints to ensure delivery to programme timing and budget with maximum effectiveness to achieve good customer relationships that will ultimately maximise long term profit. Work and act independently, being self-supervising within the expectations of Senior Management with outcomes reviewed at Senior level. Work on multiple major projects requiring innovative solutions at the cutting edge of the technical field providing expertise.

Engineering Programme Manager Key Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for significant projects and contracts from cradle to grave
• Engage with the Business Development team during bidding activities to make sure that all offered (and subsequent contracts) are deliverable (to cost, time & quality).
• Ensure that there is a clear hand-off from Business Development at the start of any new contract.
• Develop – an excellent working relationship with customers ensuring that the ‘voice of the customer' flows through the business.
• Make sure that the functional owners commit to resource for the duration of the contracts.
• Own the plans and mobilise the organisation to deliver the contracts to cost, time and delivery. Do this through planning and regular reviews.
• Manage all contract risks and opportunities through a register and regular review.
• Maximise the contract cash across the contract lifecycle.
• Make sure that all contract deliverables are achieved, and that contract closure happens on the final deliverable.
• Uphold quality, health, safety and environmental standards, ensuring alignment with the company's policies and the requirements of the relevant standards (Quality ISO9001, Health and Safety (ISO45001) and Environmental (ISO14001).

Engineering Programme Manager Skills and Knoweldge:

• Technical knowledge and understanding of production processes on 360 spectrum
• Proven management experience across manufacturing teams
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple demands and tasks
• Proven project management skills
• Ability to navigate complex arrangements
• Data driven approach to analysis
• Minimum of 5 years experience in running similar programmes and contracts
• Qualified to degree level or industry equivalent
• Membership of an industry related Professional Body would be advantageous

If you feel you meet the requirements for the role of engineering programme manager, and the benefits and location match your goals, apply today and if selected a consultant will be in touch within 48 hours.