Head of Projects

Head of Projects

Langley, UK, with option of hybrid home/office working. Posted: March 2026. Apply Online.

Active Silicon is a market leader in the design and manufacture of cutting‑edge computer imaging products. Our solutions are used globally across manufacturing, life sciences, medical imaging, robotics, and security, often tailored to specific customer requirements. We work with medium to large companies worldwide, building long‑term partnerships. Active Silicon is part of the Solid‑State plc group.

As part of our continued growth, we are looking for an experienced and hands‑on Head of Projects to establish and lead a Project Management Office (PMO) within Active Silicon.

If you are an experienced project leader who loves working closely with engineering teams, leadership, and key stakeholders to improve the delivery of engineering projects, this role could be what you are looking for.

Summary details

Job type: Full-time/Permanent
Job title: Head of Projects
Location: Langley, UK (Elizabeth Line, just outside NW London), hybrid working options available.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 26 days annual holiday (plus public holidays).
Salary: Competitive salary depending on skills and experience, plus salary‑sacrifice pension (5% employer, 3% employee) and discretionary bonus scheme worth up to 20% of salary. Life assurance at 4× basic salary. Option to join Electric Vehicle salary‑sacrifice scheme.

Access to Westfield Health Scheme, including:

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted gym membership

Qualifications: Proven experience leading complex cross‑functional projects, managing budgets, forecasting; strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on Head of Projects to establish and lead a PMO within Active Silicon.

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for the planning, execution, and successful delivery of engineering projects across the business. You will introduce best‑practice project management methodologies, oversee project delivery, and support the development of project elements within our evolving ERP systems.

Working closely with engineering teams, leadership, and key stakeholders, you will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and lead a PMO framework and project governance structure
• Define project scope, plans, and deliverables from initiation to completion
• Lead and support project managers and cross‑functional teams
• Manage project budgets, forecasting, and resource allocation
• Identify and mitigate project risks while maintaining quality standards
• Communicate progress, milestones, and risks to stakeholders
• Implement and improve project management methodologies and processes

About you – Skills and Experience

• Proven experience leading complex cross‑functional projects
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Experience managing budgets, forecasting, and project financials
• Knowledge of project methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid
• Proficiency with project tools such as MS Project, Jira, or Microsoft 365
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Experience with Microsoft Business Central or Dynamics 365 Project Operations
• Degree in Engineering, Science, or related discipline

Why Join Active Silicon?

Active Silicon is a specialist design and manufacturing organisation operating at the forefront of advanced technology solutions.

We offer:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Salary sacrifice pension (5% employer / 3% employee)
• Life assurance
• Westfield Health Scheme, including Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, gym discounts and wellbeing support
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Employee share options

Apply now

If you are an experienced project leader looking to build and lead a PMO within an innovative engineering organisation, we would love to hear from you.

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