Project Manager (Fixed-Term)

Cambridge, UK | Full-time or Part-time | Temporary | 6 months fixed-term 

Salary:  £65,000 to £75,000, DOE 

We will consider part-time applications for this role. Please indicate your preferred working schedule in your cover letter.  

About us 

Riverlane’s mission is to make quantum computing useful, sooner. From advances in material science, to complex chemistry simulation for drug design and discovery, quantum computers will help solve some of the world’s most important challenges. Riverlane is building the quantum error correction stack to make this happen. It’s a complex problem that requires a range of skills, talent and passion. We’re making remarkable progress and growing fast. 

About the role 

Riverlane holds several externally funded grants and contracts. We also run internally funded projects with quantum hardware partners and internal R&D projects. 

The Project Manager will provide efficient and effective management of these grants, contracts and projects. These include Innovate UK projects, projects with quantum hardware partners e.g. SBRI testbeds, Rigetti, etc., and internal R&D projects (for example, leakage). The role will include support for the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to plan external and internal projects, as required. 

What you will do  

In this role, you will be hands on and involved in:  

New project planning:

• Helping to build and develop the project plan for upcoming new projects. This will include scoping out the projects across Riverlane, from Quantum Science through to Engineering, to build a detailed project plan. 

• Clearly identifying and flagging interdependencies in workflows to ensure the project plan(s) can be delivered effectively.  

Efficient execution of grants, contracts and projects:  

• Organise project meetings and set-up and deliver project plans (Gantt charts etc.) 

• Ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget. 

• Ensure paperwork and formalities are in order. 

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. 

• Ensure externally-funded projects/grants are well managed, including overseeing kick-off meetings, quarterly progress monitoring meetings, updating risk registers and second-level project plans. 

SLT support:

• Alongside the project planning and delivery, help the SLT to understand their teams’ resourcing requirements and feed into the planning.  

Requirements

What we need 

• At least 5+ years experience in Project Manager roles in a technical setting 

• An organised approach to work, with experience in effectively prioritising tasks and delivering to tight deadlines 

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills 

• Experience of building effective relationships with cross-functional teams 

• Highly motivated and hardworking, with energy and enthusiasm to inspire others and achieve ambitious targets 

• An interest in quantum computing  

Even better if… 

• You have experience of project management in a technical/deep tech setting 

• You have previous experience in quantum computing 

Benefits

What can you expect from us 

• A comprehensive benefits package that includes private medical insurance, life insurance and a contributory pension scheme 

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays and enhanced family leave 

• A diverse work environment that brings together experts in many fields (including software and hardware development, quantum information theory, physics and maths) and over 20 different nationalities  

• A learning environment that encourages individual, team and company growth and learning, including an annual training and conference budget  

How to apply 

Please upload a CV and covering letter by clicking 'Apply Now'. Your covering letter should explain why you are applying for the job and what skills and experience you can bring to the role.

We review CVs as we receive them and interview as soon as we have applications that look like a good match (usually within one week). We do not use closing dates. So, please apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this role. We advertised this role on 28th October, 2024. 

If you have any queries, please contact [email protected]. 

Everyone is welcome at Riverlane. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from eligible and suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender reassignment, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity/paternity. 

Studies have shown that women tend to apply to jobs if they meet all or almost all of the requirements whereas men apply even if they meet only some of the requirements. If that sounds like you then please apply – we are happy to review your application and let you know if we think you might be a good fit. 

If you need any adjustments made to the application or selection process so you can do your best, please let us know. We will be happy to help.