Research and Development (R&D) Project Delivery Manager
Job Description
We are looking for a full-time Research and Development (R&D) Project Delivery Manager to join and work with K3Y Ltd, a fast-growing SME with presence in Bulgaria and Greece. K3Y Ltd is one of the most dynamic and vibrant technology companies in Bulgaria, Greece and Europe, dealing with deep tech topics like cybersecurity, data privacy, artificial intelligence, 6th generation of cellular networks and next generation internet of things. K3Y Ltd invests in innovative and sustainable software solutions and tools, while delivering professional services and consulting worldwide. Participating in more than 24+ illustrious EU-funded projects (H2020, Horizon Europe, Erasmus+ and more), K3Y Ltd is to emerge as a leading technology and service provider by materializing innovation into business and market solutions in Balkans, Eastern Europe, across Europe and worldwide.
As a Research and Development Project Delivery Manager in our R&D Department in Sofia, Bulgaria, you will manage and supervise the implementation of the EU-funded projects, while being able to deliver high-quality project deliverables in time. You will undertake or lead project work packages and tasks, while performing the research and development activities of the project by contributing to and coordinating with ideas, content, design plan, requirements, specifications and technical plans. In addition, you will deliver, together with our R&D team, technical and non-technical deliverable preparation and writing, while participating in internal and plenary meetings, project reviews, demonstration meetings, workshops and conferences, where appropriate. Also, you will contribute to the research and/or commercial exploitation of project outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Manage, lead and oversee the entire project lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality project deliverables, milestones and objectives;
- Represent the company in EU-funded projects, consortium meetings, plenary meetings, work packages meetings, task meetings, technical meetings, dissemination and exploitations events and meetings, technical meetings, demonstration events, trainings, EU meetings, workshops and conferences;
- Preparation, contribution, editing and submission of technical and non-technical reports and deliverables, ensuring that they adhere to quality standards;
- Coordinating with cross-discipline team members to make sure that all parties are on track with project requirements, deadlines and schedules;
- Assisting in definition of project specifications, while ensuring technical feasibility and resource allocation;
- Establishing effective project communication plans and ensuring their execution;
- Coordinating the development of user manuals, training materials, and other documents as needed to enable successful implementation;
- Implementing document control policies and documentation templates;
- Contribute to the editing of scientific papers, white papers and publications related to the project achievements and goals.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- BSc or/and MSc in Computer science, engineering, ICT or related fields;
- Excellent communication and presentation skills in English language;
- Team collaboration and excellent organisation skills;
- Project management skills and strong attention to details;
- Fluency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Powerpoint;
- Self-motivated, positive attitude and ability to work with minimum or no supervision;
- Ability to travel frequently abroad;
- Ability to undertand, design solutions, contribute to and discuss on ICT and engineering problems;
- Ability to discuss, negotiate and work in international partners.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in scientific or engineering field, preferably in computer science, electrical engineering or ICT;
- Proven experience in managing EU-funded R&D/R&I projects such as H2020, Horizon Europe, Erasmus+, Interreg, EDF, Digital Europe or similar;
- Project management professional certification;
- Proven experience in working as technical manager/coordinator or/and project manager/coordinator in EU-funded R&D/R&I projects.
Equal Opportunities
K3Y is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity without unlawful regard to race, colour, ancestry, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other local legally protected characteristics.
Preferred Starting Date
There is no fixed application deadline, but we are looking to fill this position at the earliest.
To apply, K3Y Ltd invites applicants to send a detailed CV to the following email address: [email protected] with the title "Application for the position of Research and Development Project Delivery Manager" in the subject.