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Programme Manager

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Programme Manager - Derby\n\nBelcan Workforce Solutions are looking for an experienced Programme Manager for our client based in Derby. The Programme Manager will be responsible for executing and leading engineering programmes. You will have the ability to set direction and carry out statement of work from the client.

The Programme Manager shall manage and provide leadership for engineering tasks. This includes leading engineering teams which perform the entire range of tasks required for: concept studies, systems engineering, mechanical design, heat transfer, structures analysis, modelling, final drawing/ documentation for hardware, instrumentation, assembly and commissioning for an Aerospace Test Rig. The Programme Manager shall be responsible for resource, budget, schedule, and technical accuracy of the Integrated Project Team(s) they are leading.

You will be expected to have good technical knowhow to support decision making in collaboration with the Technical Lead through the evolution of the programs.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nLead and manage engineering programs, including budget, schedule, and risk management.\nMust be able to work with customers to define and document requirements, address technical concerns, then manage the overall program scope of work as agreed with the customer and provide project status.\nResolve arising matters within the integrated project team.\nEnsure compliance with all contract requirements and deliverables and maintain overall programme schedule.\nMake technical and programmatic presentations internally and to customers.\nUse of Earned Value Management Systems to monitor spend and progress.\nAssist with the creation of bids and proposals for programs that the candidate will manage in the future. \n\nQualifications and Experience\n\nBachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a relevant technical degree.\nApplicable work experience, ideally some of which is in a turbomachinery design environment.\nThe candidate shall have prior experience in Project/Program Management which covers budgets, cost and earned value management, schedules, bids and proposals.\nThe candidate shall have also spent time in other roles e.g. design to have an appreciation of the activities involved in the program.\nStrong organisational and communication skills.\nAbility to make technical presentations internally and to customers.\nHave knowledge of Test Rig engineering methodology and practices.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nHave strong scope management skills.

\n\nWhat will you get: \n\nCompetitive Salary\nHolidays - 33 days per year total (incl. Bank hols)\nPension \nPrivate Medical Insurance \nDeath in Service \nIncome Protection \nEmployee Share Purchase Plan \nCycle to Work \n\nBelcan, a Cognizant company, is a global force in technical services and engineering consultancy. Our legacy is built on delivering high-quality outputs and our unwavering commitment to developing the next of technical consultants and specialist engineers.

Our expertise is vast, spanning across various engineering industries including aerospace, defence, marine, nuclear, automotive, and cyber security.\n\nThis vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

Programme Manager

Etwall, Derby DE65, UK
Full time

Published on 08/13/2025

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