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
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
- 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