Project Manager

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Job details Job title: Project Manager Job reference: REQ260320 Date posted: 19/05/2026 Application closing date: 07/06/2026 Location: Loughborough Package: Management and Specialist grade 7 from £47,389 to £56,535 per annum. Subject to annual pay award. Term and hours: Part time Project Manager (3 days per week/0.6 FTE) – hybrid.

Fixed term – position available for an initial 2 year period, with possibility of further extension. About the role We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to manage a variety of work packages that form part of the current EPSRC Prosperity Partnership funded research in the Caterpillar Innovation & Research Centre (I&RC). The £8 million project runs until September 2030 and focuses on delivering research to replace conventional fuels with lower carbon alternatives for off‑road, heavy‑duty power systems.

The successful candidate will help ensure that we run to time and budget, while being able to offer creative solutions when obstacles are faced. Qualifications and experience Proven experience managing complex projects. Strong understanding and practical application of project management best practice, including risk and issue management and governance.

Demonstrable ability to manage financial forecasting, performance reporting, compliance with University and funder requirements and multi‑stakeholder delivery. Excellent leadership, communication and resilience skills coupled with a solutions‑focused approach. Experience of research management systems (we use WorkTribe) and working within a higher education or research environment.

About the Department The Department of Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering is part of the School of Aeronautical, Automotive, Chemical and Materials Engineering (AACME). AACME consists of three exceptional departments, evidenced by high league table rankings, strong student recruitment at high average entry tariffs, well established partnerships with world leading companies, supported by intensive research activity that is mostly world leading or internationally excellent. Benefits Examples of our benefits include: Time off Generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme.

Where you work Access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523‑acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Financial well‑being Competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities. Support for you and those close to you Through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on‑site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options.

Health and well‑being Discounted gym memberships and access to world‑class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support. Travel and sustainability Access to our electric vehicle and cycle‑to‑work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting. Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.

Closing and interview dates Closing date: 07 June 2026 Interview date: 22 June 2026 We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If there are additional adjustments you’d like to request please contact Helene Griffiths‑Adams via email at h.l.griffiths‑[email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr