Snr. Programme Manager

Programme Manager - (Onsite)

Salary: 90-100k (DOE)

Role: Onsite

Location: Co. Clare - Ireland

Job Overview

Our Client is seeking an experienced Programme Manager with a strong background in product development to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple projects from concept through to high-volume manufacturing. This role requires a hands-on leader with the technical understanding to work effectively alongside software, hardware, and mechanical engineers, as well as the strategic vision to contribute to the development of a Project Management Office (PMO) structure over time. The candidate will manage diverse, cross-functional teams and ensure alignment on objectives, timelines, and deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

Process Development & Implementation
Design and establish a project management process based on industry best practices, and apply it across all projects.
Develop and implement processes that support the full project lifecycle, from concept to high-volume manufacturing.
Project Planning
Create and maintain comprehensive project plans, defining scope, objectives, timelines, resources, and deliverables for each project.
Utilise project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid models) appropriate to the specific needs of each project and ensure consistent application.
Resource & Capacity Management
Develop tools and processes for work estimation, effort recording, and demand vs. capacity planning.
Prioritise activities and allocate resources efficiently to optimise project timelines and budgets.
Stakeholder Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including clients, project team members, and the leadership team, ensuring clear alignment on objectives and priorities.
Serve as a credible technical representative with engineering teams, working effectively across disciplines (software, hardware, mechanical).
Risk & Budget Management
Identify potential risks and establish mitigation strategies to ensure minimal disruption and smooth project delivery.
Quality Assurance
Implement quality control processes to ensure that project deliverables meet established standards, technical specifications, and client requirements.
Communication & Reporting
Facilitate clear and transparent communication among stakeholders, ensuring alignment and engagement throughout the project lifecycle.
Prepare regular progress reports and presentations for executive leadership, highlighting key milestones, accomplishments, challenges, and recommendations.
Possess credibility when sitting with software, electronic hardware, mechanical & design engineers.
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve processes and implement best practices that enhance efficiency and effectiveness across all projects.
Team Leadership
Provide mentorship and guidance to project teams, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
Contribute to the vision and incremental development of a PMO structure to support future projects.Qualifications

Essential Requirements

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
Experience: Min. 5 years of project management experience, ideally within electronics or related physical product development (consumer, medical device, or something analogous)
Methodologies: Strong working knowledge of project management methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid approaches.
Technical Competence: Ability to work credibly with cross-functional teams, including software, electronic hardware, and mechanical engineering.
Project Management Tools: Proficiency in tools such as MS Project, Jira, or similar PM software.Desirable Qualifications

Industry-Specific Experience: Background in high-volume manufacturing and supply chain processes, ideally within electronics or similar industries.
Certification: PMP / Prince2, or equivalent certification.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an aptitude for balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Vision for PMO Development: Ability to work towards a 'top-down' PMO structure while implementing practical 'bottom-up' process improvements.If you are interested in this position, please apply below or contact Conn Doherty at Reperio Human Capital.

*All applicants must be eligible to work in Ireland without any restrictions. If you require more information - please feel free to reach out to our team at Reperio Human Capital*

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