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Project Manager – Wireless Communications

Job description

Project Manager – Wireless Communications 
Location: Cambridge, UK (hybrid working)
Employment type: Permanent
Level: Mid-level
About the Company: We are working with a fast-growing technology business at the forefront of advanced wireless communications. With a global customer base spanning enterprise communications, and government organisations, they design and deliver cutting-edge high-performance connectivity across challenging environments.
 
The business is headquartered in Cambridge and has a strong track record of innovation. They are now investing heavily in new product development and delivery programmes, and as part of this growth are seeking a talented Project Manager to join their team.
The Role as Project Manager, you will play a key role in planning, coordinating, and delivering technology projects from concept through to deployment. Working closely with cross-functional teams (engineering, supply chain, operations, and customer-facing functions), you’ll ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the high standards expected by the business.
 
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of complex, multi-stakeholder projects in the telecoms / wireless domain.

The Project Manager will be responsible for:

     • Creating a detailed project plan that outlines how to reach the project goals and the major milestones along the way
     • Proactively monitoring and adjusting the plan as needed
     • Communicating the project priorities and deliverables
     • Organising and leading weekly project reviews and daily stand ups
     • Maintaining and communicating the long-term vision and defining the steps to get there
     • Reporting status and blockers for action
     • Managing discrete activities of individuals and teams, milestones and release schedules for hardware and software via Jira
     • Tracking and monitoring project progress vs plan; managing schedule, budget, resources, and risks
     • Anticipating and resolving project issues
     • Liaising with resource stakeholders and external suppliers
     • Providing weekly and monthly status reports to internal and external stakeholders
     • Provide guidance and motivation to project team members
     • Being the source of truth to the project team
     • Confident in liaising with external stakeholders, suppliers and other third parties

Skills & Experience Required
  • Experience of project management/coordination in an electronics or SW product development environment
  • Proven experience as a Project Manager (wireless, or electronics industry preferred). 
  • Strong background in coordinating technical/engineering teams.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies
  • Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Prince2, or similar).
  • Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-moving, scale-up style environment.
  • Risk management experience using project management techniques, to enable early identification of problems and implementation of mitigation actions
What’s On Offer
  • Competitive salary (depending on experience) + benefits.
  • Hybrid working arrangement (office in Cambridge + flexibility).
  • Opportunity to work with leading-edge wireless technology and global customers.
  • A collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your input makes a direct impact