Our purpose is simple; to keep people safe from fire every second of every day.
We specialise in the design and manufacture of high-quality fire detection solutions that protect people from fire in over 100 countries around the world.
At Apollo, we are always on the lookout for passionate people who want to make a difference.
Job type: Regular / Permanent, Role type: Full time.
Job Description
Help grow a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone, every day.
Are you an experienced Project Manager with a passion for delivering complex projects on time, on budget, and to specification? Join Apollo Fire Detectors, a global leader in fire detection solutions, and play a key role in driving innovation and strategic initiatives across our business.
Apollo is a world-class manufacturer of fire detection products, trusted by customers in over 100 countries. We design and produce cutting‑edge smoke, heat, and multi‑sensor detectors, as well as advanced fire detection systems that protect lives and property in commercial, industrial, and residential environments. Our commitment to quality, reliability, and innovation has made us a market leader for over 40 years.
About the Role
As a Project Manager, you will lead multiple projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder expectations. You’ll manage resources, budgets, and timelines while promoting best‑practice project management methods across the organisation. This role spans New Product Development (NPD) and strategic non‑NPD initiatives, acting as an internal consultant to improve delivery outcomes and foster a culture of project excellence.
What You’ll Do
* Lead multiple projects from concept through delivery, ensuring effective planning, prioritisation, and resource allocation.
* Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and success criteria in collaboration with cross‑functional stakeholders.
* Develop, maintain, and track detailed project plans, managing milestones, dependencies, and critical paths.
* Establish and manage project budgets, providing justification for changes when required.
* Identify, communicate, and proactively manage risks, issues, and opportunities, applying lessons learned to drive improvement.
* Coordinate and chair project meetings, maintaining clear actions, documentation, and communication across teams.
* Manage stakeholder expectations and build strong relationships across internal and external partners.
* Oversee requirements, technical issue resolution, and change control to ensure alignment with business cases and delivery goals.
* Coach and support project teams, promoting best‑practice project management tools, processes, and behaviours.
* Act as a project management SME, contributing to governance, process improvement, and wider business initiatives.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
* Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
* Ability to plan and prioritise effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
* Knowledge of project management tools and methodologies (APM PMQ, PMI PMP, or equivalent preferred).
* Familiarity with NPD processes and continuous improvement principles.
* Competence in budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
* Professional membership – MAPM (Member of Association of Project Management), PMI (Project Management Institute) – desirable.
Benefits
* Flexible start and finish times (including 1pm finish on Fridays).
* Optional 9-day fortnight.
* Hybrid working (50/50 office and home).
* Buying/selling holiday.
* 14 weeks paid parental leave for new parents, plus phased return for extended leave.
* Training and professional development opportunities.
* Employee bonus scheme.
* Generous pension scheme with 10.5% employer contribution (subject to conditions).
* Non‑contributory Share Scheme (Halma shares with sustained growth).
* BUPA healthcare for eligible employees.
* Health cash plan for everyday healthcare costs.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
* Life insurance – 3x salary (up to 6x if you have dependents).
* Long service awards and extra holiday.
* 24/7 healthline support.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Free electric car charging & parking.
* Subsidised canteen, free fruit, and real coffee on free vend.
* Benefits for engineers as an IET Enterprise Partner.
* Some benefits are role dependent.
* As we are a global company, packages can differ depending on the area/role.
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