Are you an experienced Program Manager searching for your next career move?
Do you have experience in a role involving the delivery of combined hardware and software solutions such as automated test equipment, bespoke machinery or similar?
At TBG Solutions, our people are our greatest strength. We foster a culture where ideas are valued, initiative is encouraged, and success is shared. If you’re looking for a role where your voice matters and your development is supported, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re TBG Solutions and we operate on a national basis providing test, measurement and control services. We work with customers to understand their requirements and, on identifying the principal challenges, engineer robust solutions that combine hardware and software. Our roots were established over 25 years ago; this means that we have decades of experience in our respective fields.
Join our prestigious business where excellence truly meets opportunity. At TBG, we pride ourselves on delivering unparalleled services with a focus on integrity, innovation, and client satisfaction. With a team of seasoned professionals and a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, we strive to empower our employees to reach their full potential.
Across the business, we foster a culture of inclusivity and champion personal development so that each employee has opportunities to shine and flourish, and we want you to be a part of it.
As our newly appointed Program Manager you will report directly to the operations director and forms a key part of the engineering team. The successful candidate will be tasked with taking engineering requirements from customers and organising and leading the team to design and manufacture bespoke solutions within time and cost constraints. This will involve regular contact with clients, TBGs multidisciplinary engineering and manufacturing team and sub-contractors.
This important role will provide an opportunity to project manage a wide range of bespoke products which allow our customers to benefit from our high-quality engineered solutions that are consistently delivered on time, in full. You may not have managed automated test system projects but you should have delivered bespoke machinery projects as part of your employment experience.
Role responsibilities:
- Define project goals, scope, deliverables, tasks, resources, and timelines.
- Manage interconnected projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and oversee interdependencies.
- Manage, motivate, and direct project staff, fostering collaboration.
- Allocate resources, manage program budgets, and oversee funding.
- Oversee day-to-day tasks, monitor progress, track performance, and adjust workflows.
- Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and implement changes for improvement.
- Act as the primary liaison, keep clients, senior management, and teams informed through regular reports and presentations.
- Manage project documentation and reporting.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and evaluate program success against organizational standards.
- Provide direction, mentorship, and guidance to others.
- You may be required to perform any other duties and to work in any other areas as requested by the Company, if necessary, which may include other offices and those of clients.
Who we’re looking for?
- Candidates must have a history of success in similar roles, be self-motivated and have a passion for engineering and delivering projects on time.
- Experience of leading projects in a commercial environment and interfacing with customers/stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven track record of managing projects to deadlines.
- Some experience of coaching and mentoring staff with the ability to convey instructions and understand concerns and problems within a team.
- Ability to creatively analyse and solve problems with an appreciation of longer-term implications.
- Ability to assess and organise resources, and plan and progress work activities to ensure on-time delivery of projects.
- Experience of project management methodologies, project life cycles, change control processes and configuration control of project documentation.
- Experience of project risk and opportunity management.
- Experience or understanding of Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s), estimating and costing techniques.
- Operate effectively with minimal supervision.
- Experience of adapting own skills to new circumstances.
- A good working knowledge in any of the following areas: electrical/electronic design, mechanical design, software development, PCB/Harness Assembly, rack build, machining – Desirable.
- Good IT skills, to include high competency in using Microsoft project, excel, PowerPoint, etc.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience of writing reports and delivering presentations.
- Excellent customer service skills, with experience of responding effectively to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Possess all requirements for successfully meeting formal Security Check (SC) criteria.
In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect:
- Salary up to £50,000 DOE.
- 22 days holiday (including 3 days factory closure between Christmas and New Year).
- Non-contributory health scheme.
- Pension scheme.
- Electric Car Scheme.
- Electric Car Charging.
- Additional annual leave entitlement for long service.
At TBG we offer more than just a job - we offer a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful impact and grow both personally and professionally. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We believe in investing in our employees and supporting their career development through training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities. Join us and be part of a business that values diversity, equality, and inclusion, and is committed to making a difference in the lives of our clients and our community.
We’re always looking for new people to join us who represent our values. If you don’t see a role that complements your experience, you can always submit a speculative CV!
TBG Solutions are an equal opportunities employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Barlborough S43
