Senior CAS Manager

3 weeks ago

Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom McLaren Motorsport & Automotive Full time

Background

No restraints. No limitations. We don't simply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars.

It takes a community to do what we do. A diverse group of people with many areas of expertise, united by their passion to deliver visionary products and set new benchmarks.

McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact, it drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special. Join us on our journey.

Purpose of Role

At McLaren Automotive our vision is not only to become the iconic sports car manufacturer but also to deliver breath-taking, iconic and innovative new technology to the automotive industry.

We recognise that we can only achieve our vision with the dedication and collaboration of our world class employees. It is our mission to become the employer of choice within the global automotive industry.

  • Manage by leading the full CAS team both internal and external resources.
  • To manage and lead the team of Alias and ICEM designers to create and release production-feasible aesthetically-optimised surfaces to the highest quality of execution, on time to support component production release schedules.
  • Accountable for the quality, content, compatibility, and timing of surface releases.
  • Support the Design Team to "create breath-taking products that tell the visual story of their function".
  • To Manage the team within both the MAL MDP processes and Advanced modelling to deliver surface releases in accordance to gateway deliverables.
  • Accountable for the quality, content, compatibility, and timing of surface releases.
  • Build and maintain strong cross departmental partnerships.

Principal Accountabilities

Strong People Management responsibilities with a strong technical background in Alias, ICEM and Project Management.

1. Project Support

  • Submit resource plan for surfacing team at gateway G0
  • Input to high level planning and agree programme timing at gateway G0
  • Set roles of surfacing team at G0 (for example, which zones an individual works on)
  • Input into the SRF surface release schedule at G1.
  • Instigate and run the surface quality reviews from SR1.
  • Attend surface quality reviews from SR1.
  • Run a frequent surface timing meeting from SR1.
  • Structure the surface data files and create new surface numbers from SR2.
  • Attend the project timing meeting, project concept engineering reviews, project design reviews and project development meetings.
  • Present surfacing status at gateway reviews.
  • Agreed responsibilities of surfacing developments cross departmental.
  • Ensure seamless CAS data transition from "creation" to "delivery."
  • Report into Head of Design Operations weekly updates to ensure clear delivery status and agreed targets are maintained.

2. Task Control

  • Chair Agile scrum meetings, setting the priority of Agile 'Tasks'
  • Provide technical advice for individual surfacing concerns.
  • Help Alias / ICEM designers to collate all inputs.
  • Assist in resolving conflicts between task inputs, especially between Design and Engineering.
  • Raise Engineering Records for new surfaces and chase to status 50 (approved)

3. Team Management

  • Set targets and run appraisals.
  • Allocate roles and responsibilities to the team.
  • Plan, request and allocate headcount to programmes.
  • Raise recruitment requests and find Alias / ICEM perm and contract designers as required.
  • Identify training requirements and implement.
  • Own the programme budgets for surfacing resource and miscellaneous expenditure.
  • Ensure adequate level of hardware and software to allow the team to fulfil their role.
  • Be a strong role model, live the values and communicate the design pillars to other departments.
  • Ensure the team produce Surfaces according to McLaren digital surfacing guidelines, standards and release procedures.
  • Collaborate with Visualisation Manager in the Virtual/digital development within the CAS organisation.

4. Surfacing Methodology

  • Evolve the high-level surface timing plan including surface release schedule for all programmes.
  • Implement and oversee Agile methodology.
  • Write, release, and maintain MSLs for CAS methodology (MSL business process)
  • Write, release, and maintain MSLs for CAS standards (MSL standard)
  • Request changes in Gateway MDP deliverables as required.
  • Keep appraised of industry trends and ensure presence at key events if appropriate.
  • Align with Engineering and Physical modelling departments inputs and requests.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

  • Excellent people management experience leading a large team.
  • Education to degree level minimum.
  • Relevant Automotive Design experience of 15+ years.
  • Product development process awareness 12+ years.
  • Degree qualified or industry experience in relevant environment.
  • Excellent program timing skills.
  • Proven experience of multiple exterior and interior programs.
  • High engineering knowledge
  • Deliver programs from G0-G4.
  • Microsoft Office.
  • Adobe preferred.

Personal Attributes

  • Clarity: Clear thought process; a highly organised mind; and the ability to communicate concisely.
  • Intelligence: Sharp and quick intelligence; the capability to deeply analyse bringing new insights; and the ability to think on their feet.
  • Impression: A self-assured presenter; with well-founded self-confidence; and with personal affability.
  • Nature: Instinctively curious; resilient to setbacks; and always behaving with integrity.
  • True leader and figurehead.
  • Team player and highly driven

Approach: Motivated by the challenge; personally, self-driven; and relentlessly positive.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Senior CAS Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom McLaren Full time

    At McLaren Automotive our vision is not only to become the iconic sports car manufacturer but also to deliver breath-taking, iconic and innovative new technology to the automotive industry. We recognise that we can only achieve our vision with the dedication and collaboration of our world class employees. It is our mission to become the employer of choice...

  • Senior CAS Designer

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom McLaren Automotive Full time

    What You Can ExpectWe understand that our vision can only be accomplished through the commitment and teamwork of our exceptional employees. Our goal is to be the preferred employer in the automotive industry worldwide.Assist the Design Team in crafting amazing products that narrate the functional story through visuals.Collaborate with the design team to...

  • Senior Finance Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full time

    Reporting into the FD and leading a small team, your role will take charge of overseeing the month-end and management accounts / reporting for the division. You'll lead the balance sheet close and work closely with budget holders to help them understand their P&L, highlighting both risks and opportunities within the numbers. During the year-end process,...

  • Audit & Accounts Senior

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Careers In Group Full time

    Excellent opportunity for an Audit & Accounts Senior with an accountancy firm based in Woking, to provide support to managers in the audit and accounts department as well as direct client work for a varied portfolio.Clients range from local start-ups, SMEs and individuals, through to large corporates across a wide range of industries and the role offers a...

  • Client Supervisor, Woking, Hybrid,

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full time

    Client Supervisor, Woking, Hybrid, £40K-£50K Employer Location Woking, Surrey, England Salary - per annum + £40K-£50K, Hybrid, Charity Clients Closing date 26 Jun 2024 Sector Salary band , Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job. Job Details Your new company Your new firm is a unique and innovative firm of...

  • Client Manager, Hybrid, Director

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full time £45,000

    Your new company My client is a 2 Partner firm on the outskirts of Woking who have a longestablished client portfolio. They have a closeknit team who work closely and support each other with clients. They have an opportunity to join their talented growing team in the role of Client Manager. As a friendly, proactive, and downtoearth accounting firm, they...

  • Client Manager, Hybrid Working, Portfolio

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full time £45,000

    Your new company My client is a 2 Partner firm on the outskirts of Woking who have a longestablished client portfolio. They have a closeknit team who work closely and support each other with clients. They have an opportunity to join their talented growing team in the role of Client Manager. As a friendly, proactive, and downtoearth accounting firm, they...

  • Finance Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full time

    Your new company You will be joining a growing SME based close to Woking, Surrey in their head office.Your new role Reporting into the FD, you will be taking on a key role overseeing the day to day running of the finance department. This is a very hands-on role and you will be involved in all areas from cashflow and reconciliations to month end, budgeting,...

  • Finance Manager

    1 month ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full time

    Your new company You will be joining a growing SME based close to Woking, Surrey in their head office.Your new role Reporting into the FD, you will be taking on a key role overseeing the day to day running of the finance department. This is a very hands-on role and you will be involved in all areas from cashflow and reconciliations to month end, budgeting,...

  • Audit Senior

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Menzies LLP Full time

    Audit Senior Employer Location Woking, Surrey Salary Competitive Closing date 30 Jun 2024 View more Sector Salary band Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job. Job Details Are you a Qualified or Part-Qualified Audit Senior? Are you looking for the next step in your career? We are looking for an Audit Senior-...

  • Client Manager, Hybrid Working, Portfolio

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full time

    The role is hybrid with 1 to 2 days working from home as required. There is onsite parking and flexible working options available, including fulltime or parttime hours. Further details on application

  • Audit Senior- Qualified or Part

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Menzies LLP Full time

    Audit Senior- Qualified or Part - Qualified Are you a Qualified or Part-Qualified Audit Senior? Are you looking for the next step in your career? We are looking for an Audit Senior- Semi Senior to join our vibrant Woking office Audit team. We would consider Qualified, Part-Qualified or Semi Senior candidates for this role, so if in doubt, please apply...

  • ???Senior Bid Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Areti Group Full time

    Senior Bid Manager - Defence/Aerospace - Hybrid - WokingScroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunityAreti has partnered with a company who are at the forefront of cutting-edge technology that safeguards our nation. They are looking for a Senior Bid Manager to join their rapidly expanding...

  • Senior Bid Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Areti Group Full time

    Job DescriptionSenior Bid Manager - Defence/Aerospace - Hybrid - WokingAreti has partnered with a company who are at the forefront of cutting-edge technology that safeguards our nation. They are looking for a Senior Bid Manager to join their rapidly expanding team.As a Senior Bid Manager, you'll want to use your expertise and leadership to manage a bid team...

  • Customer Quality Lead Engineer

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Company: Full time

    Find jobs in the automotive retail industry Perceived Quality Lead EngineerLocation: WokingShift: Days – 40-hoursPermanentPerceived Quality Lead Engineer required to join a well-established automotive manufacturer, based in Woking on a permanent basis.Our client is an automotive supercar and hyper-car brand, with a global reputation for producing...

  • Senior Partnership Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom WWF Full time

    Senior Partnership ManagerREQ(phone number removed) £42,573pa Woking GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working This is a UK based contract and as such, you are required to have the Right to WorkIf you have extensive experience of leading strategic partnerships and a good understanding of how charities / NGOs interface with the corporate sector, this is a rare opportunity...

  • Audit Senior- Qualified or Part-Qualified

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Menzies LLP Full time

    Description Are you a Qualified or Part-Qualified Audit Senior? Are you looking for the next step in your career? We are looking for an Audit Senior- Semi Senior to join our vibrant Woking office Audit team. We would consider Qualified, Part-Qualified or Semi Senior candidates for this role, so if in doubt, please apply to discuss your level of experience...

  • Audit Senior- Qualified or Part-Qualified

    1 month ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Menzies LLP Full time

    Description Are you a Qualified or Part-Qualified Audit Senior? Are you looking for the next step in your career? We are looking for an Audit Senior- Semi Senior to join our vibrant Woking office Audit team. We would consider Qualified, Part-Qualified or Semi Senior candidates for this role, so if in doubt, please apply to discuss your level of experience...

  • Perceived Quality Lead Engineer

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Apex Recruitment Services Full time

    Perceived Quality Lead Engineer Location: Woking Shift : Days - 40-hours Permanent Perceived Quality Lead Engineer required to join a well-established automotive manufacturer, based in Woking on a permanent basis. Our client is an automotive supercar and hyper-car brand, with a global reputation for producing high-performance vehicles. Working with some of...

  • Tax Senior Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom TPF Recruitment Full time £60,000 - £70,000

    Job Title: Mixed Tax Manager Company: TPF Recruitment Work on both compliance and advisory private client and corporate tax matters - this may include corporate reorganisations Proactively strive to grow the tax department Manage and train junior colleagues, delegating work where necessary Support the team with filing personal tax returns during the busy...