R&D Project Manager

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for R&D Project Manager on a 12 month Contract, based in Worcester.

A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.

Support the delivery of additive manufacturing (AM) technology development projects by providing structured project management, coordination and financial oversight. Work closely with engineering, operations and suppliers to keep activities aligned, documented and progressing as planned. The role involves managing global R&D activities and coordinating resources across sites in the UK, Germany and Sweden to ensure seamless execution.

• Maintain project schedules, task lists and short-term plans.
• Coordinate work across engineering, operations and external partners, including teams located in the UK, Germany and Sweden.
• Run regular project check ins, track actions and maintain clear status updates.

• Monitor budget, track spend and maintain project forecasts.
• Flag financial risks early and support corrective actions.

• Maintain risk, issue and decision logs with clear owners.
• Track scope, timing or cost changes and ensure correct approvals.

• Keep project files, deliverable trackers and decision logs up to date.
• Prepare concise review packs for internal or customer discussions.
• Document outcomes and lessons learned at project close.

• 3+ years project management experience in engineering or manufacturing environments.
• Confident managing plans, risks, budgets and multidisciplinary work streams.
• Able to convert technical progress into clear, structured updates.
• Comfortable using digital project tools (Excel, Planner, MS Project, etc.).

• Exposure to additive manufacturing.
• Experience coordinating trials or technical evaluations.

• Organised, proactive and delivery focused.
• Strong communicator who keeps people aligned.
• Able to simplify complexity and maintain momentum.

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