Project Manager

Project Manager
Location: Woodford Halse Job Type: Contractor/ Full time. Department: PMO (Programme Management Office) Reports to: Senior Programme Manager
Hours of Work: 08:00-17:00 Monday – Friday inclusive (with 45 minutes for lunch break at 13:00) – Company policy on remote working applies.

About Us

Singer is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation; we are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.”

We are proud to foster a collaborative and supportive environment where people can thrive. As we grow, we're looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our team and support our “Everything Is Important” culture.

Job Summary

Here at Singer Vehicle Design, we strive to design, develop and build the ultimate expression of what a sports car can be.
The PMO team lead the overall delivery of all vehicle programmes and are looking to strengthen the team with a new Project Manager.
The PMO team are a small team based in Woodford Halse, UK and are responsible for the delivery of all programmes.

The role involves being integrated with engineering development, operational and sourcing teams, mainly in the UK, but also with our colleagues in Los Angeles, USA.
The successful applicant would be expected lead key aspects of the programmes ensuring on- time delivery and adherence to targets.
Experience in automotive product development is highly desired to strengthen the team with experience. A technical background in engineering is preferable.

Key Responsibilities:

Project delivery – ensure on time delivery for Key elements, Preproduction and Launch builds
Support the programme with on-time delivery of Engineering releases (ETRS)
Responsible for maintaining PDLs in line with the Programme requirements.
Ensure BoM structure and content is aligned to product definition, robust and available to support programme requirements.
Lead and manage the escalation of issues through the Change control process.
Responsible for scheduling of key tasks and activities
Lead / support the delivery of systems and components to support any prototype build requirements.
Deliver robust and transparent programme metrics to demonstrate programme control and a clear understanding of any issues
Manage the Project HLT
Supports Senior PM in the Programme Steering Team (PST) to manage Programme delivery work streams and be delegate when not available
Lead small projects / programmes

Business interfaces:

Engineering
Supply and Procurement
Operations
Sales & Marketing
Executive Team

Personal Specification:

Must have great attention to detail
Leadership attributes to steer strategic decisions
Energetic, proactive, calm under pressure, personable and mature personality
Reliable and punctual
Strong team-worker – ability to thrive in a small, closely-knit team
Flexibility – being prepared to work longer hours when occasionally required
Adhere to a high level of personal presentation
Become familiar with and work to the company’s health and safety standards
To comply with all company policies and procedures
Support other departments when required

Experience Required:

Specific automotive programme management experience
Low volume OEM Programme Management experience preferred
Management of cross-functional teams
Good Presentation skills
Data manipulation
Self-confident & enthusiastic – can motivate teams
Passionate about the product and programme delivery
Resilient to changes in direction
Education and Qualifications Required
Full UK Driving licence

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.

Singer Body & Paint reserves the right to interview exceptional candidates and make an offer of employment before the closing date should we wish.

To find out more about Singer Vehicle Design, take a look at our website: http://singervehicledesign.com