Lifecycle / Project Manager
Here at Dräger we are recruiting a Lifecycle / Project Manager to lead, shape and deliver cutting‑edge products that help save lives.
Who we are
Every life is unique and so are you!
At Dräger we protect, support and rescue lives day in and day out. We are interested in you if you have the desire to work for an organisation that does something more, something that is truly worth working for.
As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust. Wherever Dräger products are used, it's about the most important thing: it's about life.
About the role
Plan and manage all aspects of products in serial production to optimize business with the existing product portfolio. Continuously improve processes, methods and tools for Life Cycle Management in the company.
All employees have a responsibility to comply with the Integrated Business Information Centre (BIC) and minimise any impact on the environment whilst carrying out their duties.
Facilitate and moderate product teams with members from various function
Create transparency on portfolio structure and optimize portfolio efficiency.
Collect, plan and manage Life Cycle Management Work Requests and Projects
Plan, control and manage Life Cycle Management budget and resources
Contribute to product strategy and roadmap planning for the assigned product families
Risk Management
Report to Senior Leadership Team, Project Control Boards and Sponsors
Document projects according to processes
Define, implement and improve processes, methods and tools for Life Cycle Management for the company.
Work with other LCMs to represent the R&D ERS UK organisation, sharing knowledge, best practice and improvements.
Shared responsibilities
All employees have a responsibility:
to comply with the Integrated Management System (IMS) and minimise any impact on the environment whilst carrying out their duties.
to ensure and promote safe working conditions for all employees, visitors and contractors by implementing, monitoring and complying with occupational health & safety provisions
to embed our WeLEAD competencies – I build trust, I create value for the customer, I enable others, I provide direction, I embrace diversity, I deliver results
Reporting Relationships
Manager - Head of Programme SRPS
Size of team/environment - Working in a small PMO team of 10, alongside Systems Engineers and Project Managers.
Role Requirements
Education/Qualifications
Degree in an Electronics Engineering or similar relative
Related Experience
Significant proven relevant work experience
Experience in project and/or lifecycle management of product development projects
Skills, Special Competencies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent facilitation and moderation skills
Strong passion for people management
Excellent problem solving and decision making skills
Ability to handle conflicts within and outside field of personal responsibility
Ability to inspire team; influencing skills; a person employees enjoy working with
Demonstrated proficiency in time management
Sense of urgency with a “play to win” attitude and track record of success in prioritisation and delivery
Dräger‘s Benefits
27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 3 additional days
Flexi scheme
Hybrid working available
Discounted critical illness cover, dental cover and partner life assurance
Healthcare cash plan
Subsidised canteen
Discounted shopping & leisure vouchers
Cycle to Work
Gym membership discounts – up to 25%
Charity Giving scheme
Dräger‘s dedication
At Dräger we have a clear vision, to be an organisation with a working environment that includes a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, stay and grow.
We ensure candidates with the required qualifications and experience will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
All are welcome to apply!.
- Department
- R&D
- Role
- Life Cycle Manager
- Locations
- Dräger Safety UK
About Dräger UK & Ireland
As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust. Wherever Dräger products are used, it's about the most important thing: it's about life.