Project Manager

Infleqtion is a global quantum technology company solving the world’s most challenging problems. The company harnesses quantum mechanics to build and integrate quantum computers, sensors, and networks. From fundamental physics to leading edge commercial products, Infleqtion enables “quantum everywhere” through our ecosystem of devices and platforms.  Our mission is to commercialise atom-based quantum products that provide orders of magnitude improvements in performance and computing applications. 

Infleqtion has offices in the USA, United Kingdom and Australia. This is a full-time position in our Kidlington, Oxford office. Work from home permitted up to 2 days per week based on business needs and manager approval.

Position Summary

Infleqtion UK’s newly hired Project Manager will coordinate people and processes to ensure that our projects are delivered on time and produce the desired results. You will be the go-to person for everything involving a project’s organisation and timeline.

Job Responsibilities

The responsibilities listed are representative of the role and are not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned in line with business needs.

• Translate business needs and requirements into actionable project plans with deliverables and milestones
• Coordinate internal resources, external partners and suppliers to ensure the successful delivery of projects.
• Ensuring that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
• Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Ensure appropriate resource allocation and availability throughout the project lifecycle
• Develop a detailed project plan to track progress
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs
• Execute projects in accordance with the Infleqtion Product Lifecycle
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques
• Provide regular project reporting and escalate risks or issues to management as required
• Build and maintain effective relationships with customers and key stakeholders
• Perform proactive risk management to identify, mitigate and monitor project risks
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties and vendors
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
• Lead project reviews with customers and Infleqtion leadership

Requirements

• A minimum of five years' experience managing technical, engineering or research projects
• A degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or another STEM discipline is preferred
• A strong technical background, with knowledge of or experience in the quantum technology sector, is highly desirable but not essential
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
• APM / PRINCE II certification or similar project management qualification
• Excellent organisational skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams where engagement and participation are essential to success
• Experience managing government-funded R&D programmes (e.g. Innovate UK, ESA or Horizon Europe) is desirable

Travel
Up to 10% travel, including international travel, may be required

Working conditions and Physical Requirements
Work will normally be performed in an office and laboratory environment. Able to efficiently use automated office equipment such as laptops, copiers, and printers; able to effectively engage in communications (via phone, computer, or in-person). Will involve sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and carrying up to 10 kg. 

Equal Opportunity
Regardless of your interest in the quantum industry, you can take pride in the fact that Infleqtion is building an ecosystem of quantum technologies and commercial products, driving the industry towards the future. Studies reveal that while men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women and other groups tend to apply only when they meet all the criteria. If you believe you have the potential but don't meet every single point in our job advertisement, please don't hesitate to contact us! We would love to chat with you and see how you could bring great value to our team. Our goal is to find exceptional individuals who can enrich our team culture, actively contribute, and have a genuine passion for their work. Here you have freedom to embrace your whole self: who you love, your gender identity and expression, skin colour, age, appearance, disability, neurodiversity, DNA, military/veteran status, citizenship, and other factors that make up who you are. Your uniqueness is valued, welcomed, and appreciated here. We are dedicated to providing a positive workplace and base all employment decisions on your qualifications, performance, merits, as well as business needs. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 

Notice to Recruitment Agencies
Infleqtion does not accept unsolicited CV's from agencies. Infleqtion is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CV's.

Benefits

• In addition to your base compensation, we offer a generous Total Rewards program which includes:
• Competitive salary 
• Bonus Program
• Incentive Stock Option Plan 
• Unlimited PTO subject to fair usage
• Generous company 10% pension contribution regardless of employee contribution
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Tax efficient technology schemes
• BUPA Private Healthcare Insurance once probationary period is successfully completed 
• Life assurance (4 x salary)