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Project Manager
2014-04-09 12:36:15| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
One of our Space Product clients is looking for an experienced Project Manager who can lead the delivery of a flagship project which is currently in its test phase to project completion The instrument is a highly accurate calibration source black body near infrared used by orbiting satellite radiometers for Earth Observation The chosen candidate will have a proven record of delivering complex projects with demanding schedules against contract requirements Main duties Lead the project team in the delivery of a space instrument and ensure that schedule and cost targets are achieved Emphasis will be on project delivery and closeout activities Financial planning, managing and reporting including regular customer interaction Motivate, supervise and facilitate multidisciplined teams Reporting to Delivery Stream Manager and the wider business Essential Skills and Experience Strong technical background in engineering or science preferably a degreelevel or postgraduate level qualification Need excellent attention to detail, especially with regards to specification compliance and sign off against contract Strong communication skills and the experience of leading high level stakeholder meetings Experience of working in a highly regulated industry is highly desirable e.g. defence or aerospace Ability to work well under pressure to demanding timescales Strong IT skills including MS Office, MS Project Enthusiastic, hardworking and professional approach essential Person Specification Highly motivated with excellent interpersonal skills Excellent written and verbal communication Self motivated to meet objectives Ability to lead and inspire teams Ability to work within defined timescales to meet programme milestones
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