Job Description
A growing engineering company at the forefront of delivering advanced technical solutions is looking for an experienced Project Manager to join their expanding Programmes Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead mission-critical projects across a range of UK and international programmes.\nAs Project Manager, you’ll take full ownership of project delivery, steering complex, high-stakes initiatives from planning through to execution. You’ll be the key interface with customers, internal teams, and external partners, ensuring that every phase meets performance, quality, and compliance standards.
Working closely with the Project Controller and Head of Programmes, you’ll ensure robust reporting and control processes are in place to drive delivery success.\nKey Responsibilities\nLead end-to-end project planning, execution, and delivery across defence-sector programmes.\nCreate and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.\nAct as the primary point of contact for customers and stakeholders.\nFacilitate regular internal and external project meetings to ensure alignment.\nIdentify and manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.\nEnsure compliance with all relevant defence industry regulations and security classifications.\nMonitor budgets and control project costs to ensure financial accountability.\nApply Earned Value Management (EVM) to measure and report on project performance.\nCoordinate with engineering teams to resolve technical queries and ensure deliverables meet requirements.\nEnsure all programmatic and technical aspects of the project align with the defined scope of work.\nKey Requirements\nFormal Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) or equivalent experience.\nStrong track record of project delivery in complex, regulated environments.\nExperience in or exposure to UK defence and procurement frameworks (highly desirable).\nEligible to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance (mandatory).\nThe Package\nOffering up to £55,000 plus benefits