Project Manager

Apollo Fire Detectors Ltd.; Havant; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated fire detection manufacturer is seeking a Project Manager to lead various initiatives from concept to delivery. You will manage resources and budgets, supervise timelines, and ensure project success through engagement and effective communication with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have experience with multi-disciplinary projects, stakeholder management skills, and knowledge of project management methodologies. This hybrid position offers flexibility and multiple employee benefits including health care and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Flexible start and finish times

Optional 9-day fortnight

14 weeks paid parental leave

Employee Bonus Scheme

Generous pension scheme with 10.5% employer contribution

BUPA healthcare for eligible employees

Cycle to work scheme

Free electric car charging & parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Competence in budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple projects from concept through delivery.
• Establish and manage project budgets.
• Identify, communicate, and proactively manage risks.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project planning

Risk management

Communication skills

Budgeting

NPD processes knowledge

Education

Professional membership (MAPM, PMI)

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Project Manager page is loaded## Project Managerremote type: Hybrid workinglocations: Havanttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: February 1, 2026 (18 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR25\_001290Help grow a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone, every day.**About Apollo Fire Detectors**Apollo is a world-class manufacturer of fire detection products, trusted by customers in over 100 countries. We design and produce cutting-edge smoke, heat, and multi-sensor detectors, as well as advanced fire detection systems that protect lives and property in commercial, industrial, and residential environments. Our commitment to quality, reliability, and innovation has made us a market leader for over 40 years.### **About the Role**As a Project Manager, you will lead multiple projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder expectations. You’ll manage resources, budgets, and timelines while promoting best-practice project management methods across the organisation. This role spans New Product Development (NPD) and strategic non-NPD initiatives, acting as an internal consultant to improve delivery outcomes and foster a culture of project excellence.### **What You’ll Do*** Lead multiple projects from concept through delivery, ensuring effective planning, prioritisation, and resource allocation.* Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and success criteria in collaboration with cross‑functional stakeholders.* Develop, maintain, and track detailed project plans, managing milestones, dependencies, and critical paths.* Establish and manage project budgets, providing justification for changes when required.* Identify, communicate, and proactively manage risks, issues, and opportunities, applying lessons learned to drive improvement.* Coordinate and chair project meetings, maintaining clear actions, documentation, and communication across teams.* Manage stakeholder expectations and build strong relationships across internal and external partners.* Oversee requirements, technical issue resolution, and change control to ensure alignment with business cases and delivery goals.* Coach and support project teams, promoting best‑practice project management tools, processes, and behaviours.* Act as a project management SME, contributing to governance, process improvement, and wider business initiatives**.**### **What We’re Looking For*** Proven experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects.* Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.* Ability to plan and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.* Knowledge of project management tools and methodologies (APM PMQ, PMI PMP, or equivalent preferred).* Familiarity with NPD processes and continuous improvement principles.* Competence in budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.* *Professional membership – MAPM (Member of Association of Project Management), PMI (Project Management Institute) - desirable*### **Our Benefits**At Apollo, we believe in rewarding our people and supporting work-life balance. Here’s what we offer:* **Flexible start and finish times** (including 1pm finish on Fridays)* **Optional 9-day fortnight*** **Hybrid working** (50/50 office and home)* **Buying/selling holiday*** **14 weeks paid parental leave** for new parents, plus phased return for extended leave* **Training and professional development opportunities*** **Employee Bonus Scheme**\** **Generous pension scheme** with 10.5% employer contribution (subject to conditions)* **Non-contributory Share Scheme** (Halma shares with sustained growth)* **BUPA healthcare** for eligible employees* **Health cash plan** for everyday healthcare costs* **Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)*** **Life insurance** – 3x salary (up to 6x if you have dependents)* **Long service awards and extra holiday*** **24/7 healthline support*** **Cycle to work scheme*** **Free electric car charging & parking*** **Subsidised canteen, free fruit, and real coffee on free vend*** **Participation in volunteering & charitable events*** **Benefits for engineers as an IET Enterprise Partner**\*Please note some benefits are role dependent#LI-CB6 Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!Apollo is an innovative manufacturing company that is looking for individuals with a passion for personal and professional development. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with talented individuals, and make a real impact on our business. If you are motivated by challenge and thrive in a fast-paced environment we want to hear from you. Join Team Apollo where everyone has the opportunity to make a difference.For more Information visit :We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.Please read the following carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your personal data and how we will treat it. :