Project Manager

We are recruiting an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual with proven managerial and technical knowledge to manage the DigitAl ManufacTUring Transformation PlatforM (DATUM) project.

DATUM is a project focussed on engaging with companies in the management and expansion of applied research, innovation and knowledge transfer in Digitised Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 funded by SEUPBs through PEACEPLUS (Innovation Challenge Fund) and is delivered by AMIC in partnership with Irish Manufacturing Research (IMR).

As DATUM Project Manager, the post holder will be a dedicated project manager for the DATUM project responsible for coordinating the delivery of the PEACEPLUS DATUM project in line with contractual responsibilities to the funder, Special EU Programme Board (SEUPB). The post holder will coordinate the project across all partners liaising with staff and acting as a contact point between the Lead Partner, Project Partners and funders. The post holder will define and maintain the standards for the DATUM project and support the administration and delivery of the project. The postholder will ensure the risks and issues are monitored for quality, the recruitment and procurement procedures are adhered to, and financial controls are in place in line with University and funders processes and procedures.

The post holder will provide specialist project management leadership, delivery and expertise to ensure successful delivery of the DATUM project.

The postholder will be based in the AMIC Project Office but will work collaboratively with colleagues from across the wider Faculty, University functions and external stakeholders to deliver the DATUM project that will transform manufacturing capability and productivity across the region.

About the person:

The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate they have the following:

• Honours Degree in relevant field (Science, Engineering, Business or Project Management). Significant recent experience of:
  • Leading, managing and reporting on complex projects.
  • Planning and delivering projects on time and within budget with evidence of strong resource management.
  • Engaging and consulting with industry, identifying opportunities for improvement and providing advice on solutions.
  • Collaborative working in multidisciplinary research & development teams.
• Assisting in securing revenue or funding to support the activities of the group.
• Ability to communicate complex information to a range of audiences through effective written reports and presentations.
• Ability to build effective and productive relationships and interact with others including senior academic staff, and senior industry and government executives.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel. 
• Some working outside of standard working times and national or international travel may be required to meet the responsibilities of the post and needs of stakeholders. It should be possible to plan and schedule for this activity 90% of the time.

To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information on our website.

This is a three year fixed term post.  Fixed term contract posts are available for the stated period in the first instance but in particular circumstances may be renewed or made permanent subject to availability of funding.

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