About Akkodis
Akkodis is a global leader in the engineering and R&D market, leveraging the power of connected data to accelerate innovation and digital transformation. With a shared passion for technology and talent, more than 50,000 engineers and digital experts deliver deep cross-sector expertise across 30 countries throughout North America, EMEA, and APAC.
Akkodis combines broad industry experience with strong capabilities across key technology domains, including mobility, software and technology services, robotics, testing, simulations, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data analytics.
As part of The Adecco Group, Akkodis brings together the strengths of AKKA and Modis to help organizations innovate, transform, and shape the future.
About the Program
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Manager to support the deployment of an innovative Autonomous Inspection Robotics Program.
This initiative focuses on introducing robotic solutions to automate repetitive inspection activities, improve traceability, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce the risk of missed defects in mission-critical environments.
The program has already progressed beyond the conceptual stage, with active deployments and pilot activities underway. Success in this role will be measured by effective execution, stakeholder adoption, and seamless integration into operational environments.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management
Maintain accurate and reliable budget dashboards to monitor program expenditure.
Track actual costs against forecasts and identify potential overruns.
Escalate budget risks and financial concerns proactively to leadership teams.
Support financial reporting, forecasting, and budget planning activities.
Governance & Program Coordination
Establish and facilitate effective governance structures and meetings.
Define and maintain RACI frameworks to ensure clear ownership and accountability.
Track decisions, actions, and follow-ups to drive timely execution.
Ensure governance remains efficient, focused, and outcome-oriented.
Stakeholder Communication
Develop and tailor communications for a broad range of stakeholders, including operational teams, suppliers, finance teams, and senior leadership.
Provide clear, concise, and actionable status updates that support informed decision-making.
Facilitate alignment and engagement across diverse stakeholder groups.
Planning & Scheduling
Maintain integrated project plans, including milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and ownership.
Monitor critical paths and proactively manage schedule deviations.
Coordinate activities across multiple workstreams to ensure timely delivery.
Risk & Dependency Management
Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks before they impact delivery.
Manage interdependencies across engineering, operations, IT, suppliers, and other functional teams.
Drive issue resolution and contingency planning.
Supplier & Vendor Management
Monitor supplier deliverables against agreed commitments and timelines.
Support contract tracking and vendor coordination activities.
Ensure effective collaboration and alignment between internal teams and external partners.
Requirements
Experience
Proven experience as a Project Manager, Program Manager, or PMO within complex programs involving industrial operations, digital transformation, automation, or technology deployment.
Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
Strong track record in budget management, forecasting, and financial oversight.
Experience in governance, planning, and risk management practices.
Comfortable working alongside technical teams and understanding technology-related concepts without being directly responsible for engineering delivery.
Experience working with suppliers and managing external dependencies.
Skills & Competencies
Strong analytical and financial acumen, with the confidence to challenge assumptions and identify discrepancies.
Excellent organizational and coordination skills.
Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities, with the ability to engage audiences ranging from operational teams to senior executives.
Ability to simplify ambiguity and translate broad objectives into structured workstreams and actionable plans.
Proactive, solution-oriented, and comfortable operating in fast-paced environments with evolving priorities.
Technical Proficiency
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience using collaborative project management tools such as Notion or equivalent platforms.
Familiarity with modern productivity and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and communication.
Knowledge of project planning and reporting methodologies.
Preferred Background
Exposure to any of the following domains would be advantageous:
Robotics and automation programs
Industrial operations and asset-intensive environments
Digital transformation initiatives
Data and IT-enabled projects
Operational technology deployments
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering an innovative robotics initiative with real operational impact. You will work with diverse stakeholders, drive meaningful outcomes, and contribute to the successful deployment of next-generation technologies in mission-critical environments.
If you enjoy bringing structure to complexity, influencing stakeholders, and turning ambitious ideas into successful execution, we'd love to hear from you.
We are looking for candidates who can join as soon as possible-Candidates with shorter notice periods or immediate availability will be highly preferred
Please click on the "Apply Here" button to submit your application directly, or email your resume to:
Susmita Sahu
HR People & Client Services Lead
