OpenWorks Engineering
Technology
AssistantProjectManager
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“Assistant Project Manager at OpenWorks Engineering. Skills: Project Management, Engineering Projects, Stakeholder Collaboration, Project Administration, Reporting. The Assistant Project Manager will support the delivery of engineering projects within the defence sector, coordinating project requirements and contributing to design projects from concept to delivery. This role involves managing technical compliance, preparing project documentation, providing progress updates, and supporting supplie”
What You'll Achieve.
Help protect the territory and airspace of NATO countries and their allies. Be a world-leading provider of autonomous technology for Surveillance applications and Defence.
Industry & Context.
Project Management Principles; Project Management Practices; Time Management; Organisational Skills; Prioritisation; Risk Management
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High attention to detail, knowledge of project management principles and practices, excellent time management and organisational skills, adaptability in a dynamic environment, creative and practical problem-solving skills, ability to prioritise workload and perform effectively under pressure, ability to identify and escalate technical risks, written and verbal communication skills, and a full UK driving licence.
Nice to Have
Skills, qualifications, or experience within an engineering discipline, experience working within an engineering or technical environment, and studying towards, or significant experience with, recognised project management frameworks or qualifications such as PRINCE2, Agile, or APM.
What You'll Do.
The Assistant Project Manager will support the delivery of engineering projects within the defence sector
coordinating project requirements and contributing to design projects from concept to delivery. This role involves managing technical compliance
preparing project documentation
providing progress updates
and supporting supplier and customer communications.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with experienced Project Managers and multidisciplinary engineering teams, building effective working relationships with Principal Engineers and the wider engineering team.
Communication Scope
written communication; verbal communication; stakeholder engagement
Full Job Description
**The Opportunity** We're looking for an **Assistant Project Manager** to support the delivery of innovative projects developing cutting-edge technology for the defence sector. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised, thrives in a fast-paced environment and has some project management experience they are looking to build on. Working alongside experienced Project Managers and multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll play a key role in delivering technologies that help protect the territory and airspace of NATO countries and their allies, while developing your own project management skills and experience. **Who We Are** OpenWorks is a rapidly growing business operating globally with a passion for exceptional engineering and building on a legacy of defence innovation in the North East of England. Our products provide ultra-high performance, real-time detection, tracking, identification and targeting of dynamic aerial threats. They have been deployed internationally to protect high profile military and civilian assets, and contribute towards the defeat of nuisance, misguided and maliciously deployed drones during operations. We are very proud to have supported a wide range of law enforcement and military operators, protecting many of the most high profile sites and individuals around the world. The amazing things we do are only possible because of a dedicated and passionate team. **Why You'll Love Working With Us** Join a high-energy, collaborative team where great ideas thrive, challenges are embraced, and people genuinely love what they do. Here’s what our benefits have to offer: **Rewarding Success** \- Competitive salary and bonus package, with **performance bonuses of up to 25%** and clear opportunities for career progression. **Enhanced Pension** \- Up to 8% employer-matched contributions to help you plan for the future. **More Time to Recharge** \- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, long-service rewards, and the option to buy up to 5 extra days
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