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Technical Project Manager
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Technical Project Manager
Technical Project Manager
Job Purpose
The Technical Project Manager ensures multiple projects are delivered successfully by driving performance, maintaining client satisfaction, and keeping project profits on target.
Daily responsibilities include:
- Collaborating closely with a small team to produce excellent technical CAD drawings in SolidWorks
- Managing client expectations, issues, and installations
- Conducting quality control on work produced by external suppliers and proposals for client submission
- Quickly and concisely creating quotes for projects, leveraging external suppliers and industry knowledge
Building strong client relationships through face-to-face meetings, supplier visits, and venue recon swings is critical. Maintaining quality control ensures correct suppliers are utilised and that installations have minimal post-installation corrections.
Ideal Experience
- 7+ years in CAD experience, with direct experience in retail design & CAD engineering
- Proficiency with SolidWorks (essential)
- Experience in project management for end-to-end delivery
- Comprehensive understanding of materials and manufacturing processes
- Knowledge of Adobe Suite for artworking is a plus
Key skills:
- Problem-solving and proactive communication to circumvent issues
Responsibilities & Scope
Technical Engineering
- CAD Engineering focusing on value, function, creativity, sustainability, and innovation
- Must possess 7+ years of SolidWorks experience
- Oversee direct client and manufacturing liaison for seamless communication
- Produce technical drawings and development for installations
- Conduct supplier visits and perform quality control checks
- Create file formats (laser, CNC, printing and cutting files, etc.) for manufacture
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- Project management: Streamline end-to-end delivery by maintaining speed and thoroughness across projects, ensuring excellence for brands and clients.
Project Management
- Lead project execution from initiation to completion, ensuring timeliness, budget adherence, and high-quality deliverables.
- Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Coordinate across internal teams (creative, design, production) to meet project requirements.
- Track project scope, mitigate risks, and proactively manage changes while keeping clients informed.
Client Relationship Management
- Develop and nurture strong long-term client and supplier relationships.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all client communications:
- Address inquiries, update progress, and manage client expectations.
- Anticipate needs, provide solutions, and conduct regular review meetings.
- Offer strategic recommendations, positioning the Technical Project Manager as a trusted advisor.
Financial Management
- Manage client budgets and ensure financial parameters are met.
- Develop accurate project estimates and proposals.
- Monitor expenses and ensure precise billing.
- Identify opportunities to boost revenue from existing clients.
Internal Collaboration
- Collaborate with internal teams (leadership, design, engineering) to align on client needs.
- Clearly articulate project requirements and seek feedback.
- Participate in internal strategy discussions, project planning, and process optimisations.
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
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Company Culture & Perks
At Etch, we believe in a balanced culture—working hard to deliver excellence, then enjoying the rest. Our approach combines productivity with well-being:
Opportune Work Schedule
- Office days: Tuesday to Thursday
- Hybrid flexibility: Monday & Friday (work from home)
Why? Balance between tailored collaboration and personal well-being.
Purpose
Etch acts as a bridge between innovative brands and their targets: seamless, logistically sound retail installations. We take the:
planning, organising, and day-to-day management
off their shoulders—delivering projects without unnecessary complexity.
Benefits
- 25 days annual paid leave, plus bank holidays and your birthday off
- Generous bonus scheme: Quarterly payment of up to 10% of base salary, plus a 10% annual company bonus
- Season ticket loan & Cycle to Work Scheme (if applicable)
- Gym membership support: Cover 50% of monthly fee
- Summer flexibility: Work until 2pm on Fridays in July and August
- Pension: 3% contribution, 1% self-development fund through NEST
- Referral incentive: £1,500 fee for successful hires you recruit
- Dog-friendly office: A place where human and canine companions can enjoy working together
Promote workplace happiness and drive for excellence.
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