Programme Manager

We have an opportunity for a Programme Manager to join the Andretti Cadillac Team at the new Silverstone Facility. In this position, you will play a pivotal role in defining, managing and delivering complex performance projects for the car. Delivering the most performant projects right first time, with maximum efficiency, whilst staying within the bounds of the Cost Cap, is the key to outperforming the competition. At Andretti Global, we aspire to be the absolute best in every aspect of our team. Team members are encouraged to challenge established thinking and share their ideas to create an environment where everyone can contribute to our shared success. Principal Accountabilities:

• Working with the Head of Programmes and Heads of Design to define and prioritise programmes in line with the overall car strategy
• Work with the rest of the programme team to define effective programme governance, championing the defined standards to adherence
• Create detailed programme plans, including schedules and resource allocation, ensuring perfect alignment and accepted consensus from all key stakeholders
• Regularly monitor and report on progress - identify project risks, issues, and dependencies, and develop appropriate mitigation strategies
• A dynamic approach to Programme Management, responding positively and calmly to adversity, feeling wholeheartedly accountable for driving setbacks to resolution
• Manifest a culture of cross-functional collaboration - coordinate with stakeholders across all functions with excellent communication, to ensure alignment and successful execution of programmes
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives, continuously reviewing opportunities to improve organisational and programme efficiency
• Build strong relationships with sub teams and stakeholders, ensuring a high level of satisfaction with programme outcomes
  
  Proven experience as a Programme Manager or similar role, managing and delivering complex projects or programmes
• Strong understanding and practical knowledge of programme management methodologies and techniques; sprint and waterfall methods are desirable
• Experience in high-level motorsport or other fast-paced and volatile environments
• Track record of successfully delivering programmes on time, within budget, and to quality standards
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail
• Extraordinary organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex projects at any given time
• Proficient in project management tools and software
• Relevant professional certifications in programme management (e.g., MSP, PMP, APM, PRINCE2) are desirable
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment - comfortable with continually changing priorities and operating under high pressure
• Passion for motorsport and a strong desire to contribute to the success of the Andretti Cadillac Team.