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DeterTech is a UK‑based leader in security solutions, offering advanced technology to predict, deter and detect intrusions. With 300 colleagues, a £50m turnover and over 3,000 customer sites across Europe, the company is focused on expanding its impact and seeking talent to shape the future of security.
About the role
The Engineering Project Manager (EPM) leads the planning, execution and delivery of complex technical projects from concept to completion. The role serves as the bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring projects meet strategic goals, scope, budget and schedule requirements. The EPM coordinates cross‑functional collaboration, manages risks, dependencies and drives clear communication across all levels of the organization. Success requires a balance of technical understanding, organizational leadership and strong problem‑solving skills in a fast‑paced environment.
This role is hybrid – working 3 days per week in our Telford office.
Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain project plans, schedules and critical‑path analyses.
* Coordinate resource assignments across all business functions.
* Ensure deliverables meet readiness criteria for each stage.
* Track milestone adherence, report progress and elevate risks or deviations.
* Facilitate cross‑functional communication to ensure alignment on goals, timelines and dependencies.
* Support continuous improvement of project management processes, tools and reporting methods.
* Ensure full compliance with DeterTech’s stage/gate development process.
Experience
* Proven experience in a product lifecycle design environment, leading planning and project management for multidisciplinary teams.
* Comfortable operating in a disciplined, process‑driven development environment.
* Partnered closely with Product Managers, Engineering Leads and other functions on priority setting and schedule maintenance.
* Translated product requirements into actionable technical tasks and milestones.
* Ensured clear communication and alignment between technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
* Managed vendor or third‑party relationships for product components or integrations, including lead‑time management.
* Participated in technical discussions to evaluate feasibility, scope and resource requirements.
* Tracked and reported on project progress and outcomes to senior stakeholders.
* Maintained transparency through documentation and regular status updates.
* Demonstrated strong organizational, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
* Demonstrated leadership in cross‑functional environments.
* Adapted quickly and prioritized in fast‑paced, dynamic settings.
Requirements
* Degree qualification in a suitable discipline; a master’s is a bonus.
* PRINCE2, APM PMQ or similar certification.
* Strong project planning and tracking skills, ideally with Microsoft Project.
* 5+ years of experience in project or program management within a technical or product development environment.
* Experience managing complex development projects involving mechanical, electrical/electronic hardware and software.
* 25+ days of holiday.
* Company pension scheme.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* SmartWater Product Pack.
* Buy Holiday Scheme.
* Employee Recognition Programme.
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