Project/Programme Manager – R&D | Cambridge (Waterbeach)
Full-Time, Permanent
A leading engineering business is seeking a Project/Programme Manager to support and coordinate R&D and engineering projects. This role is key to ensuring technical projects are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned with wider business goals.
What You’ll Do – Project/Programme Manager – R&D | Cambridge (Waterbeach):
- Manage multiple R&D and engineering projects from start to completion
- Build and maintain project plans, schedules, and risk registers
- Coordinate meetings, track actions, and support technical teams
- Oversee programme-level reporting and ensure alignment across projects
- Identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities for process improvement
- Work with Product, Operations and Commercial teams to support delivery
What We’re Looking For – Project/Programme Manager – R&D | Cambridge (Waterbeach):
- Experience in project or programme management within engineering, R&D or technical environments
- Strong knowledge of engineering development lifecycles
- Skilled in planning, risk management, reporting, and stakeholder communication
- Experience using project management tools (MS Project, Jira, etc.)
- Experience in PRINCE2, MSP, PMP, or Agile advantageous
What’s On Offer – Project/Programme Manager – R&D | Cambridge (Waterbeach)
- Exposure to innovative, high-performance technology
- Collaborative and technical working environment
- Career development and training
- Competitive salary and benefits