Project Manager

Infleqtion is a global quantum technology company solving the world's most challenging problems. The company harnesses quantum mechanics to build and integrate quantum computers, sensors, and networks. From fundamental physics to leading edge commercial products, Infleqtion enables "quantum everywhere" through our ecosystem of devices and platforms.  Our mission is to commercialise atom-based quantum products that provide orders of magnitude improvements in performance and computing applications.

Infleqtion has offices in the USA, United Kingdom and Australia. This is a full-time position in our Kidlington, Oxford office. Work from home permitted up to 2 days per week based on business needs and manager approval.

Position Summary
Infleqtion UK's newly hired Project Manager will manage resources and processes to ensure that our projects are delivered on time and produce the desired results. You will be the go-to person for budgets, timelines, change control and good governance.

Job Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities outlined below include essential functions of the role. Depending on business needs, this role may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties, however, these activities may change, or new ones may be assigned, over time.

• Translate technical scope and requirements into actionable project plans with deliverables and milestones
• Coordinate the allocation of internal resources for the execution of multiple projects
• Ensure that projects are delivered within budget and track spend and commitments against allocations
• Use appropriate techniques to manage change in project scope, schedule and costs
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and log lessons learned
• Ensure risks are identified and mitigations are managed appropriately
• Track issues and escalate as appropriate
• Establish and maintain relationships with funding agencies, collaborators, and suppliers
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
• Lead project reviews with funding agencies, customers or Infleqtion leadership

Requirements

• Technical background, preferably in one of the following fields: physics, computer science or engineering;
• Proven work experience as a project manager
• Excellent client-facing skills which allows for strong stakeholder relationships based on trust and transparency
• Solid organisational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• A certification in project management e.g. PRINCE II
• Good verbal and written skills with the ability to effectively share information with technical and non-technical staff
• Good collaboration skills, able to work in a team environment where engagement and participation are an expected part of successful job performance

Desirable

• Bachelor's degree in a technical subject
• PMQ/PMI certification
• An understanding or hands-on experience in the quantum industry

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Regardless of your interest in the quantum industry, you can take pride in the fact that Infleqtion is building an ecosystem of quantum technologies and commercial products, driving the industry towards the future. Studies reveal that while men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women and other groups tend to apply only when they meet all the criteria. If you believe you have the potential but don't meet every single point in our job advertisement, please don't hesitate to contact us We would love to chat with you and see how you could bring great value to our team. Our goal is to find exceptional individuals who can enrich our team culture, actively contribute, and have a genuine passion for their work. Here you have freedom to embrace your whole self: who you love, your gender identity and expression, skin colour, age, appearance, disability, neurodiversity, DNA, military/veteran status, citizenship, and other factors that make up who you are. Your uniqueness is valued, welcomed, and appreciated here. We are dedicated to providing a positive workplace and base all employment decisions on your qualifications, performance, merits, as well as business needs. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Unlimited PTO
• Generous company pension contribution
• Cycle to work and technology schemes
• Incentive Stock Option Plan
• BUPA Private Healthcare Insurance once probationary period is successfully completed

CONTACT INFORMATION

If this opportunity interests you and you fit the job description, please submit an application. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please feel free to contact us at uk-