Location: Leamington Spa
Area: Program Management Office (PMO)
Who we are:
Working together, growing together, creating new things together: EDAG connects people and the future. Company and workforce share the same vision. EDAG Engineering Limited is part of the largest independent German consultancy in the UK. With a familiar atmosphere and at the same time the potential of a global world-class development company. You‘ll go your own way in your career at a high level - nationally and internationally.
Roles & Responsibilities:
* Reporting to the Head of Vehicle Engineering, you will have accountability in planning, executing and controlling project delivery
* Will be skilled in both Risk and Task management of a cross-functional engineering team, within Quality, Cost and Time controls
* Be conversant in the use of Project Management tools, metrics and schedules
* Act as the key interface between EDAG and the customer(s) with professional communication skills to be able to present and interact
* Regular reviews and reporting of project performance (KPIs) at steering committees, project reviews, etc
* Direct and liaise with technical design/ engineering resource to achieve project goals
* Lead customer quotations, calculations, budget phasing and resource planning in fields of application
* Coordinate cross-functional reviews for the resolution of technical issues. (Ishikawa, Root Cause Analysis, 5 Whys)
* Provide interface for all functions within the project team
* Demonstrate EDAG's excellent reputation via working directly and seamlessly with customers
* Other tasks as assigned by your manager
Requirements
* Degree educated in relevant field. ECUK registration would be beneficial
* Six Sigma Black or Green belt qualified or similar qualifications
* Extensive Project Management experience in automotive industry is preferred
* Effective leadership, organisational and teamwork skills in a global team environment
* Ability to handle responsibility of delivering multiple projects simultaneously
* Strategic thinker, looking to push technological boundaries
* Broad technical knowledge - Strong vehicle engineering experience
* Effective in solving problems, driving unique value for clients through awareness of market trends
* Automotive Product Development Processes (v-model)
* High level of analytical ability, where problems are unusual and difficult
* Proven people management and project leadership within a matrix organization
* Able to influence strategic and technical direction
* Able to manage and maintain the planning, financials and reporting out regularly
* MS-Project and MS-Office proficiency
* Willingness to travel to customer and supplier locations when required (National, International)
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with German as a plus
Benefits
* Health cash plan, following successful probation
* Pension plans
* Hybrid working
* 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
* Generous absence cover
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