Engineering Programme Manager

Ultra Intelligence & Communications

Engineering Programme Manager managing high value projects in the defence and aerospace sector. Overseeing complex projects and ensuring adherence to objectives and governance standards.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeCheltenham • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing high-value projects and programs, utilizing Product Lifecycle Management principles, and employing effective scheduling techniques. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure alignment with business objectives.

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Project Management ExperienceProduct Lifecycle ManagementStakeholder ManagementAPM Project Professional QualificationConflict and Priority Management

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingWork Breakdown Structure (WBS)Organizational Breakdown Structure (OBS)Program Budget ManagementCost Risk AnalysisSubcontract ManagementProject FinanceQuality ManagementSupply Chain ManagementTrade Compliance

Soft Skills

CoachingMentoringCustomer EngagementConflict ResolutionCan Do Attitude

Tools & Technologies

MS ProjectERP SystemsIFS

Certifications & Qualifications

APM Project Professional QualificationDegree in Related FieldEngineering Degree

Industry Keywords

Project Lifecycle ManagementGovernance RequirementsBusiness Critical Success FactorsMulti-Disciplinary EnvironmentHigh-Value Projects

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Successful management and control of high value and complex projects and programmes, in a multi-disciplinary environment.
Experience within a product design & development business using the concept of the concept of Product Lifecycle Management.
Excellent knowledge of scheduling techniques to create WBS, OBS and PBS.
Competent in creating, maintaining and reporting project schedules using MS Project including integrated master schedules across multiple projects in a programme or portfolio.
Management of project resource demands to support the planned scope of work / schedule across multiple projects, a programme or portfolio.
Able to effectively define, manage and control work packages / assignments
Successful subcontract management & generation of subcontract statements of work.
Conversant with the deployment of effective issue, risk & opportunity management strategies and techniques, including schedule and cost risk analysis.
Familiarity with ERP systems e.g. IFS.
Familiar with collating project data and supporting effective reporting to meet business governance requirements.
Ensure projects within the program align with overall business objectives.
Oversee the entire program and or critical phases, ensuring interconnected parts work together.
Focus on long-term strategic benefits rather than just project deliverables.
Manage program-level budgets and resources.
Provide strategic direction and leadership for multiple projects and their managers.
Ensure overall program success and smooth operations towards the organisation's goals.
Act as delegated authority for Programmes when requested
Create, maintain and communicate project plans and technical documents that accurately reflect progress and planned activities for all internal and Customer deliverables
Provide a monthly project report in the designated format which includes accurate cost information
Ensure that project non-conformances are regularly reviewed and have a plan for closure in a timely manner

Requirements

What you’ll need

Someone to have managed values of £5m+ (or representative high-level exposure)
Ideally with an APM Project Professional Qualification (PPQ) or in the process of
Degree in related field or Engineering Degree in related field or Engineering or significant experience within the industry
Successful candidate to demonstrate experience of executing similar projects
Project Management experience of at least 5 years (for external candidates)
Demonstratable high level of stakeholder management skills
Demonstrable experience of conflict and priority management
Demonstrable experience of Project Finance, Commercial, Quality, Supply Chain and Trade Compliance
Demonstrable experience of defining and delivering Programme and Business Critical Success Factors
Demonstrable experience of coaching and mentoring
Demonstrable experience of significant customer engagement
Someone with a ‘Can Do’ attitude and represents Eaton PCS Values

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working within core working hours
25 days holiday (185hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days (37hrs) plus bank holidays
4 times annual salary in life assurance
Flexible benefits package
Funded health benefits
Pension Scheme – up to 8% employer contributions
Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events