Cambridge | Full Time | Limited
We are seeking a highly skilled and accountable Project Manager to lead multiple cross-functional projects in a fast-paced product development environment. This role requires a strategic thinker and is ideal for someone who thrives on navigating ambiguity, aligning diverse teams and delivering high-impact results. You will be instrumental in driving product development from concept to launch, ensuring alignment across engineering, production, and business teams. The role will plan and execute projects in a dynamic environment to meet business, schedule, cost and quality objectives.
Essential Proven experience managing multiple simultaneous hardware or technology development projects Good understanding of product development lifecycle, especially in hardware or embedded systems. Highly developed organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to influence and align diverse and dispersed teams. Ability to understand, simplify, and communicate complex technical concepts across all levels of the organisation. Demonstrated accountability and ownership of project outcomes. Ability to lead cross-functional & multi discipline teams and manage external consultants. Proficiency in project planning tools (e.g. MS Project, Jira, Excel). Strong analytical and reporting skills in an international environment. Hands-on, pragmatic approach to problem-solving and execution. Good understanding of budgeting, cost control, and business case development. Proven experience of operating in high-growth, ambiguous environments where priorities shift rapidly. Able to work in the Cambridge office as required
Key personal attributes Accountability: Takes full ownership of deliverables and outcomes. Adaptability: Thrives in managing multiple projects with overlapping timelines and priorities. Communicative: Builds trust through transparent, timely, and effective communication. Proactive: Self-starter who anticipates needs, takes initiative and acts decisively. Detail-Oriented: Maintains high standards of accuracy and quality. Collaborative: Works effectively across teams and cultures.
Desirable requirements PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification. Education or experience in engineering (electrical, mechanical, systems, or related field) Experience managing projects using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies Able and willing to undertake infrequent travel to Poland to support Project objectives.
Please note: This is a fixed-term maternity cover position, expected to last approximately 9-12 months, subject to the return of the substantive postholder from maternity leave.
Our aim is to be the employer of choice and as such you can be assured of a market leading remuneration package that matches your skills and experience.
Your employment and development is at the heart of our "Fundamentals".
We have an entrepreneurial and collaborative culture within the business.
You will hear back from us as soon as possible. For further information please contact:
Kym Harrap
kym.harrap@hubersuhner.com
HUBER+SUHNER designs and builds components and system solutions for electrical and optical connectivity. We serve the three main markets Industry, Communication and Transportation with applications from the three technologies of radio frequency, fiber optics and low frequency. Our products excel in performance, quality, reliability and long service lives – even under the most demanding conditions. Through a global production network, combined with subsidiaries and representatives in over 80 countries, we are close to our customers worldwide.
