Overview
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a six-month technical program within a UK technology business focused on systems assurance and software engineering for regulated environments. The Program Manager will collaborate closely with a senior technical team and external specialists to ensure effective project delivery while maintaining necessary controls without excessive processes. This role is primarily remote with occasional travel required for workshops and technical activities.
Responsibilities
- Own the project plan, work breakdown structure, milestones and delivery schedule.
- Maintain clear control of scope, budget, resources, risks, dependencies and changes.
- Coordinate the technical, test, regulatory and specialist workstreams.
- Run the programme's formal review and decision points.
- Ensure deliverables have clear owners, evidence and acceptance criteria.
- Maintain forecasting and provide a clear view of progress, issues and decisions.
- Manage external specialists and suppliers where required.
- Prepare concise programme reporting for senior stakeholders.
Requirements
- Strong track record delivering complex software, engineering or technical programmes.
- Direct responsibility for programme planning, budget and delivery control.
- Experience of fixed-price or otherwise tightly controlled commercial delivery.
- Confident working with senior engineers and subject-matter specialists.
- Experience managing risk, dependencies, change and formal acceptance.
- Comfortable in government, regulated or safety-conscious environments.
- Able to apply proportionate governance rather than process for its own sake.
- Useful experience in aviation, space, defence, autonomy, critical infrastructure or PNT.