Rotork

Engineering

ProgrammeManager

£65–95k ~AI est. Bath, England, United Kingdom FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Programme Manager at Rotork. Skills: Programme leadership, Product development, Stakeholder management. Lead NPD projects. Manage NPD projects”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver projects on time; Deliver projects within scope

Industry & Context.

Engineering
Problems you'll solve

Risk management; Issue management; Ambiguity management

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Significant experience delivering complex programmes, Proven leadership of large teams, Experience operating within stage gate processes, Demonstrated ability to manage risk, Stakeholder management at senior level, Ability to translate strategic intent, Experience working with client stakeholders, Ability to work within global matrix organisation, Solid understanding of information processing, Ability to set and maintain direction, Ability to communicate clearly, Supports positive working behaviours

Nice to Have

Experience with external vendors, Embrace diversity, Inspire others, Can communicate technical information, Adapts style to enhance team performance, Hold self and others to account

What You'll Do.

Drive programme alignment

Collaborate with Executive Sponsors

Ensure stakeholder engagement

Oversee programme resources

Oversee programme timelines

Oversee programme budgets

Deliver projects on time

Deliver projects within scope

Ensure adherence to stage-gate processes

Ensure adherence to quality standards

Ensure adherence to governance frameworks

Manage change requests

Foster cross-functional collaboration

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Executive Sponsors; Business Leads; Engineering teams; Operations teams; Commercial teams; Global matrix organisation

Communication Scope

Communicate technical information; Communicate clearly

Process & Methodology

Programme management, Stage-gate processes, Risk management, Budget management, Scope management

Full Job Description

Rotork is a market‑leading global engineering company headquartered in Bath, UK, specialising in intelligent flow control and instrumentation solutions. The company designs and manufactures critical equipment, including actuators and control systems, that enable the safe and efficient management of liquids and gases across industries such as oil and gas, water and wastewater, power generation, and chemical processing. Operating in over 100 countries with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability and customer partnerships, Rotork supports customers worldwide in improving operational efficiency, reducing emissions and ensuring safety in mission‑critical environments Are you a strategic programme leader with a passion for delivering complex product development initiatives? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment where innovation and collaboration drive success? If so, this is your opportunity to make a real impact at Rotork. As an NPD Programme Manager , you will play a pivotal role in bringing Rotork’s new product developments to life. You’ll lead a diverse portfolio of strategic projects, working closely with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders to ensure successful delivery across multiple business units. This is a high-visibility position, requiring strong leadership, exceptional organisational skills, and the ability to align complex programmes with strategic business objectives. What You’ll Be Doing * Lead and manage a portfolio of New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept through to delivery * Drive programme alignment with Rotork’s strategic objectives * Collaborate with Executive Sponsors and Business Leads to ensure stakeholder engagement and programme success * Oversee programme resources, timelines, and budgets to deliver projects on time and within scope * Ensure adherence to stage-gate processes, quality standards, and governance frameworks * Proactively manage risks, issues, and change requests to maintain momen

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