Program Manager

Job Description
Program Manager
Location: Multimatic Technical Centre Europe, Thetford, Norfolk, United Kingdom
Multimatic Technical Centre Europe (MTCE) provides engineering and product development services to
teams and OEM’s around the world. It is Multimatic's Centre of Excellence for the ongoing design, development, and implementation of DSSV Damping Technology, and has established a strong relationship with key international Motorsports organizations. MTCE is also a leading contract engineering and vehicle development resource to major automotive OEMs and a growing number of niche vehicle manufacturers.
The role of the Program/Project Manager is to work with the departments located at our facility to support the design and development of the product from initial concept to production release and ensure the product is delivered on time, on budget, and satisfies the manufacturing requirements.
Facility Address: MTCE, Unit 1, Wyatt Way, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 1HJ England
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Develop, lead and deliver project plans for new proposals and existing projects through liaison with cross-functional department leaders
Oversee resource planning, ensure resources are available to support project activities, liaise with functional areas to ensure replacements are provided if necessary.
Risk planning and management throughout project – play a key role in anticipating, escalating and mitigating potential risk
Manage project timing within overall program plan; track progress changes and develop recovery plans when necessary
Track and control project spend within allocated budget using forecasting tools
Ensure quality of deliverables, manage achievement of project deliverables at program milestones, and facilitate customer sign-off at gateway stages
Collate and deliver progress status reports
Act as the external customer liaison and reporting for stand-alone projects
Be involved in DFMEA, DVP&R, FEA, product drawings, identification of key characteristics, and design review processes including gates, milestones, etc.
Consult on and resolve quality issues as they arise
Interface/interact with internal stakeholders (testing, design, analysis, prototype, etc.) to ensure project deliverables are on track and progressing in a timely manner
Maintain open communication with various interacting departments including other divisions of Multimatic, as necessary
Report on program status and identifying critical issues
Act as primary point of communication interface with the customer for the respective program
Develop resource plans to support new projects to enable flawless/successful product development
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Education and Experience:
Engineering degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
PMP designation is an asset
Minimum 5+ years of auto industry experience with 3+ years of program/project management experience
Experience in managing a program from initial design to production release would be ideal
Experience with the development of mechatronic systems is an asset
Must be able to read and fully interpret Engineering Drawings and Standards (applicable GD&T knowledge )
High level of organisational skills required. Able to effectively organise and manage competing priorities; utilise effective problem-solving techniques
Strong cross-functional team leadership with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
Demonstrated sound decision making, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively interact with outside customers, suppliers, and all levels of employees internally
Intermediate to advanced computer skills specifically in MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project etc..); some experience with CAD software
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