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A leading engineering and technology business is seeking a skilled Project Manager to join their team. Reporting to the Programme Manager, this role will take ownership of high-impact engineering and delivery programmes—managing timelines, resources, costs, and stakeholder communication to ensure successful outcomes across both customer-funded and internally driven projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the launch and delivery of assigned projects, creating core project artefacts including schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with internal and external stakeholders. Track all decisions and meetings with commercial or operational relevance.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and internal processes, maintaining strong control over scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to deliver both bespoke and build-to-print projects. Engage customers during key stages, including acceptance testing.
• Manage and forecast project budgets in partnership with the finance team, producing regular reports on costs, revenue, and margin forecasts.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, manage resource planning, and support adherence to design and quality standards.
• Capture lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Experience Required:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a project management role within an engineering environment.
• Strong stakeholder management experience, including work with international customers and multi-disciplinary internal teams.
• Proficient in project planning tools such as Microsoft Project or equivalent.
• Experience producing project financial reports and forecasts.
• Eligibility for UK security clearance, including the ability to travel within the UK and abroad.

Personal Attributes:

• Organised and methodical, with a focus on detail and quality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident working independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Adaptable, resilient, and able to manage competing demands.
• Committed to the company’s values of teamwork, integrity, excellence, and courage.

We are seeking an experienced Maritime Project Manager to lead and deliver critical implementation projects across the UK Ministry of Defence maritime domain. You will be responsible for managing the successful integration of communications and networking equipment across platforms including the Royal Navy, Royal Fleet Auxiliary, and other government vessels.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment, supporting some of the most mission-critical defence projects in the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple, concurrent MOD maritime installation projects from initiation to delivery.
• Produce Equipment Guidance Packages (EGP), Installation Guidance Packages (IGP), and Modification Leaflets based on engineering input and site surveys.
• Lead the Change Impact Assessment Process (CIAP) in collaboration with engineering and assurance teams.
• Oversee internal project reporting and represent progress at customer governance meetings.
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure timely equipment delivery and integration.
• Track project schedules, manage risk, and ensure all dependencies are identified and resolved.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in project management, specifically with MOD or UK government departments.
• Hands-on involvement in UK MOD maritime electrical installation projects.
• Technical background with electrical/electronic systems, IT networking, or satellite communications.
• Strong documentation skills, ideally with experience writing EGPs, IGPs, and Mod Leaflets.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, balance priorities, and drive delivery under pressure.
• DV (Developed Vetting) clearance, or the ability to obtain it.

What You’ll Need

• Strong customer-facing approach with attention to detail and a flexible mindset.
• Project ownership mentality with sound judgement and problem-solving ability.
• Willingness to travel across the UK as required for site visits and installations.
• Familiarity with standard project reporting tools and MS Office applications.

Why Apply?

This is a high-impact role offering real responsibility on nationally important projects, working with dedicated professionals in the defence and communications sectors. If you’re proactive, technically fluent, and thrive in a complex delivery environment, we’d love to hear from you.

A leading maritime systems integrator is seeking a System Design Engineer to join their multidisciplinary engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across high-impact defence and commercial projects, supporting the design and delivery of advanced communications and control systems for complex operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality electrical and mechanical drawings (2D/3D) for maritime, defence, and critical systems projects.
• Translate rough concepts into fully defined engineering drawings and STEP files to ISO and BS8888 standards.
• Contribute to system-level designs involving control panels, 19” rack layouts, and enclosure manufacturing.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, including EMC, LVD, BS7671, and the Electricity at Work Act.
• Support equipment and system documentation in line with EU directives and safety requirements.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, project, and customer teams to ensure designs meet functional and compliance needs.

Requirements

• HNC/HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent in electrical/electronic or systems engineering.
• Minimum 4–5 years of experience in electrical/systems design and mechanical drafting.
• Proficient in CAD tools (AutoCAD or equivalent); experience with Electrical CAD packages like SEE Electrical or ETAP is a plus.
• Strong understanding of electrical design principles, manufacturing methods, and material properties.
• Experience working within regulatory and compliance frameworks (BS7671, EMC/LVD standards).
• Confident working autonomously and balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Eligible for or already hold SC (Security Check) clearance.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking engineering team working on mission-critical systems for maritime and defence sectors. You’ll take ownership of meaningful design work, contribute to innovative projects, and help shape how cutting-edge technology is delivered in real-world environments.

Holt Executive are proud to support a great opportunity for an experienced Project Scheduler to join a busy Programmes team supporting the successful delivery of complex, multi-phase engineering projects. This role involves close collaboration with Project and Programme Managers to build, maintain, and manage detailed schedules across bid and delivery phases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage detailed schedules using Microsoft Project
• Create work breakdown structures (WBS) and define project dependencies
• Support project planning during bid stages and re-baselining during delivery
• Track progress against plans and budgets, updating schedules as required
• Liaise with stakeholders to manage resource allocation across projects
• Monitor and report project KPIs and performance metrics
• Identify risks, opportunities, assumptions and dependencies
• Ensure schedules align with project scope and strategic objectives

Essential Skills & Experience:

• 2–3+ years’ experience in project scheduling across complex, concurrent projects
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Project
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, budgeting and controls
• Experience in resource planning and stakeholder collaboration
• Background in an engineering or technical design environment

Desirable:

• Project management certification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP)
• Experience in the defence, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing sectors

Personal Attributes:

• Highly organised and detail-oriented
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively
• Flexible, conscientious and adaptable approach

Work-Life Balance & Benefits:

• Hybrid and flexible working
• Lunchtime finish on Fridays
• 28 days’ annual leave + Christmas shutdown

Security Requirements:
Due to the nature of the role, successful candidates must be able to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance. This includes providing proof of identity, right to work, full employment history, and UK residency for the past five years.

A leading engineering and technology business is seeking a skilled Project Manager to join their team. Reporting to the Programme Manager, this role will take ownership of high-impact engineering and delivery programmes—managing timelines, resources, costs, and stakeholder communication to ensure successful outcomes across both customer-funded and internally driven projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the launch and delivery of assigned projects, creating core project artefacts including schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with internal and external stakeholders. Track all decisions and meetings with commercial or operational relevance.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and internal processes, maintaining strong control over scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to deliver both bespoke and build-to-print projects. Engage customers during key stages, including acceptance testing.
• Manage and forecast project budgets in partnership with the finance team, producing regular reports on costs, revenue, and margin forecasts.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, manage resource planning, and support adherence to design and quality standards.
• Capture lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Experience Required:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a project management role within an engineering environment.
• Strong stakeholder management experience, including work with international customers and multi-disciplinary internal teams.
• Proficient in project planning tools such as Microsoft Project or equivalent.
• Experience producing project financial reports and forecasts.
• Eligibility for UK security clearance, including the ability to travel within the UK and abroad.

Personal Attributes:

• Organised and methodical, with a focus on detail and quality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident working independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Adaptable, resilient, and able to manage competing demands.
• Committed to the company’s values of teamwork, integrity, excellence, and courage.

A leading engineering and technology business is seeking a skilled Project Manager to join their team. Reporting to the Programme Manager, this role will take ownership of high-impact engineering and delivery programmes—managing timelines, resources, costs, and stakeholder communication to ensure successful outcomes across both customer-funded and internally driven projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the launch and delivery of assigned projects, creating core project artefacts including schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with internal and external stakeholders. Track all decisions and meetings with commercial or operational relevance.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and internal processes, maintaining strong control over scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to deliver both bespoke and build-to-print projects. Engage customers during key stages, including acceptance testing.
• Manage and forecast project budgets in partnership with the finance team, producing regular reports on costs, revenue, and margin forecasts.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, manage resource planning, and support adherence to design and quality standards.
• Capture lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Experience Required:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a project management role within an engineering environment.
• Strong stakeholder management experience, including work with international customers and multi-disciplinary internal teams.
• Proficient in project planning tools such as Microsoft Project or equivalent.
• Experience producing project financial reports and forecasts.
• Eligibility for UK security clearance, including the ability to travel within the UK and abroad.

Personal Attributes:

• Organised and methodical, with a focus on detail and quality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident working independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Adaptable, resilient, and able to manage competing demands.
• Committed to the company’s values of teamwork, integrity, excellence, and courage.

Are you an experienced Programme Manager with a passion for leading complex, high-impact projects within the defence or aerospace sector? We’re looking for a driven and strategic Programme Manager to take ownership of a key customer-facing programme within the Land sector. This is a pivotal opportunity to shape the success of multiple international projects from design through to delivery.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Land Programme Manager, you will oversee a programme comprising several concurrent projects, each at different stages of their lifecycle. Your leadership will ensure successful planning, execution and stakeholder engagement, all while aligning with commercial objectives and ensuring robust risk and resource management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate multiple projects within a major Land sector programme
• Ensure integrated planning, risk management and resourcing across departments
• Drive delivery against profit, revenue and growth targets
• Participate in bid and proposal planning, estimating PM labour, and scheduling
• Launch and oversee R&D and customer contracts from inception to closure
• Liaise with engineering and functional leads to ensure technical and resource alignment
• Provide high-level project board communication and strategic stakeholder engagement
• Manage reporting on financials (revenue, cash-flow, margin forecasts, etc.)
• Mentor and support project managers while overseeing PM staffing needs

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

• Proven experience managing international defence/aerospace programmes
• Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder engagement skills
• Recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, APM)
• Experience leading high-performing teams in a fast-paced, collaborative setting
• Engineering background and understanding of complex systems
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

Desirable:

• Degree in business, project management, or a related field

Personal Attributes:

• Analytical and strategic thinker with strong leadership skills
• Resilient, adaptable, and solutions-oriented
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage

What’s on Offer:

• Hybrid / flexible working arrangements
• Early finish on Fridays
• 28 days annual leave + Christmas closure + holiday purchase scheme
• Group pension plan (matched up to 5%)
• Income protection & life assurance
• Remote GP access, mental health support, physiotherapy services
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Discounts on gym memberships, high street retailers, and more
• Access to learning & development resources
• Onsite free parking

Security Requirements: Due to the nature of the role, candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. This includes proof of identity, right to work in the UK, and five years of UK residency.

Are you a mechanical engineer with a passion for innovation, rugged electronics, and delivering real-world solutions? An exciting opportunity has opened for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a high-performing Hardware team focused on the development of advanced video and imaging processing products. This role is central to designing and delivering mechanical and thermal solutions for ruggedised, high-performance computing systems used in demanding environments.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Take ownership of mechanical and thermal design for rugged computer and video tracking products.
• Use SolidWorks 3D CAD software to develop enclosure and packaging designs.
• Lead mechanical engineering activities within small, multidisciplinary project teams.
• Perform engineering analyses including stress, fatigue, thermal, and vibration assessments.
• Conduct lab testing for design verification and validation.
• Produce detailed engineering reports for product design, failure investigations, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with electronic and systems engineers to integrate components and subsystems.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation including BOMs, ECRs, and design data.
• Support production, test, and field teams through design handover and troubleshooting.
• Work closely with project managers and sales teams to estimate and deliver on project goals.
• Assist with technical input for proposals, bids, and customer documentation.

What You’ll Bring: Essential:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks 3D CAD.
• Experience designing enclosures for electronic equipment.
• A strong foundation in mechanical principles and a creative mindset.
• Demonstrated experience across the full product development lifecycle.
• Understanding of DFM, machining, casting, moulding, and fabrication techniques.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to lead technical work and deliver to deadlines.

Desirable:

• Experience designing for harsh or rugged environments.
• Background in defence, scientific equipment, or specialist machinery.
• Familiarity with document control systems (e.g., Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE).
• Skilled in engineering calculations and Microsoft Office tools.

  Benefits & Perks:

• Flexible hybrid working options
• 28 days annual leave + holiday purchase scheme
• Friday lunchtime finish
• Group pension with matched contributions
• Income protection and life assurance
• Remote GP, mental health support, and physiotherapy services
• Share incentive plans and EV salary sacrifice
• Employee rewards platform and social events
• Onsite parking and wellbeing initiatives
• Training and development opportunities

Additional Information: Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. This includes proof of identity, right to work in the UK, and five years of UK residency.

Ready to make an impact with cutting-edge hardware in a high-performance environment? Apply today and help shape the future of rugged technology.

A leading provider of maritime navigation and communication solutions is seeking a Service Engineer to join their growing team in Rotterdam. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge maritime systems and play a key role in supporting vessels operating across the ARA region.

In this hands-on position, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing maritime navigation and communication systems onboard vessels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform planned equipment checks, maintenance, Radio Surveys, and VDR APTs in line with IMO and Class Authority standards
• Carry out retrofit and installation projects, including commissioning and participation in sea trials
• Ensure a high first-time fix rate and maintain productivity targets
• Share knowledge across the team and support local management with insights for continuous improvement
• Participate in technical training on new maritime technologies

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in installing and maintaining maritime navigation and communication systems
• Product knowledge of leading navigation and communications brands
• Basic understanding of ship networks
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and customer service skills
• Fluent Dutch and English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Flexible, proactive, and willing to travel across the ARA region
• Valid Passport and Driver’s Licence (VCA/IRATA certification preferred)
• LRC or GOC radio licence is an advantage

What’s On Offer:

• A dynamic, international work environment with clear development opportunities
• Informal, no-nonsense team culture with a supportive atmosphere
• Continuous technical training and certification in maritime systems and regulations
• Company car, laptop, smartphone, and participation in an extensive pension scheme
• Free access to online learning platforms and training academies
• Sports allowance and regular team events

If you have a passion for maritime technology and want to take your technical expertise to the next level, apply now and join a fast-growing team in an evolving industry.

Holt Executive are partnered Netherlands based supplier of AOCS, Propulsion, Avionics, and Thermal solutions for the Space industry.

Our partner is seeking a Program & Industrialization Manager to take the lead in the management and industrialization of a new propulsion system program. This role focusses on excellence, from both a development and customer perspective ensuring on time, on quality, and on cost delivery.

Key Responsibilities for the Program & Industrialization Manager:

• Overseeing customer requirements ensuring that contractual agreements in terms of Compliance, Risk, Schedule, Quality and Cost (Budget) are being met.
• Overarching responsibility for one, or multiple projects, spanning planning, definition, quality and profitability.
• Drive the industrialization of the product line whilst implementing an operational excellence mindset and vision.
• Constantly be thinking about continuously improve the overall project performance in line with the KPI’s.
• Preparation of proposals, with input from the wider team for specific expertise areas or volumes.
• Monthly status reporting during the Project Status Review (PSR).
• Build a strong and effective organization by selecting, training, appraising, developing and motivating the team.
• Keeping up to date with the market and potential opportunities.

Key Skills & Experience for the Program & Industrialization Manager:

• 5+ years’ experience in a Project Management role within the space industry.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Project Management role in space industry.
• Experience in management of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Skilled in operational excellence implementation.
• Experience in introduction and ramp-up of new products in production.
• Experience in scaling businesses, optimizing processes, streamlining resources, and ensuring quality.
• Experience in financial management and reporting, including familiarity with ERP and planning software.
• Strong communication skills, ability to reflect and knows how to motivate others.
• Proficiency in (technical) English (C2). Intermediate in Dutch (B1).
• Driver’s license and willingness to travel.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the Schengen Area.

This opportunity is an onsite position near Roosendaal, The Netherlands.