Senior Project Manager

DeGould; Exeter; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Exeter is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee engineering and software development projects. The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage risks while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have proven project management experience and relevant certifications. This position offers a competitive salary with additional benefits like health insurance and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

25 days holiday per annum

Birthday additional holiday

Cycle to work scheme

Pension auto enrolment after 3 months

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Health insurance for family

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex engineering and/or software development projects.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering and software development projects through full lifecycle delivery.
• Track progress, manage risks, and communicate milestones to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure technical feasibility.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Agile methodologies

Waterfall methodologies

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2)

Tools

Jira

Trello

MS Project

Asana

Job description

DeGould is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Engineering team. The successful candidate will oversee the execution of engineering and software development projects, ensuring delivery against defined plans, processes, and timelines.This office-based role requires a highly organised and proactive individual with exceptional communication skills, a strong attention to detail, and a passion for understanding complex systems. You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to drive project success and ensure smooth, efficient operations across all stages of delivery.

Our Vision

DeGould’s vision is to be the standard for new vehicle inspection in the automotive sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering and software development projects through full lifecycle delivery, using Agile and Waterfall methodologies as appropriate.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives and quality standards.
• Track progress, manage risks, and communicate milestones and issues to stakeholders effectively.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Engineering, Technology, Operations, and Product to ensure technical feasibility and seamless delivery.
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, providing clear updates on plans, risks, and progress.
• Gather feedback to support product and process improvements.
• Support compliance with accreditation, quality management, and company standards.

Skills

• Proven experience managing complex engineering and/or software development projects.
• Strong understanding of both Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies, with the ability to apply the right approach based on project needs.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across technical and non‑technical teams.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with a proactive approach to risk and issue management.
• Experience with project planning, budgeting, and resource management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, MS Project, Asana).
• Ability to interpret technical information and translate it into actionable project plans.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and to a high standard of quality.
• Familiarity with software development processes, engineering principles, and system integration.
• Exceptional organisational skills with attention to detail and a focus on continuous improvement.
• Relevant project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, AgilePM, or Scrum Master) is highly desirable.

Behaviours

As an employee of DeGould Ltd, you are required to meet a number of common standards of behaviour, accountabilities and outcomes. In addition, and in relation to this role it is expected that the successful candidate will exhibit these behaviours:

• Leadership – leads by example through their own behaviour.
• Creative – open to new ideas and unafraid to try new approaches.
• Analytical – capable of working through detail and uses data in decision making.
• Flexibility – thriving in a fast paced, changing and opportunity rich environment.
• Collaborative – enthusiastically works with colleagues and customers alike.
• Dependable – deliver on stakeholder commitments in a timely manner.

Competitive salary and benefits including:

• 25 days holiday per annum (excluding bank holidays).
• Additional days holiday for birthday.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Pension auto enrolment after 3 months service.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave.
• Health insurance with Vitality for employee, spouse and children.
• Flexible working can be agreed.

Please note, no additional recruitment support is required at this time, thank you.