Aerospace Project Manager – Global Delivery & Testing

Certain Advantage; St Helens; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Certain Advantage is seeking two permanent Project Managers to deliver the design, manufacture, installation, and site acceptance testing of structures for the aerospace industry. Haydock-based roles involve managing multiple projects and coordinating with global engineering, production and logistics teams.

The role requires strong customer engagement, budget and risk control, plus periodic travel across the UK, Europe, and internationally.

Qualifications

• Background in project, program, or construction management
• Engineering or construction-related qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Strong planning, risk management, and budget control skills
• Experience managing specialised or controlled environment builds preferred
• Confident customer-facing communicator

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects (£10k–£1M) from planning through delivery
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and milestones
• Act as the primary customer interface, managing contracts, changes, and expectations
• Monitor cost, schedule, risks, and performance metrics
• Oversee construction, installation, and testing of specialised facilities
• Coordinate cross-functional and global teams, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and reporting requirements

Skills

Project management

Planning

Risk management

Budget control

Customer interface

Construction management

Education

Engineering or construction-related qualification

Job description

Certain Advantage is seeking two permanent Project Managers to deliver the design, manufacture, installation, and site acceptance testing of structures for the aerospace industry. Haydock-based roles involve managing multiple projects and coordinating with global engineering, production and logistics teams.

The role requires strong customer engagement, budget and risk control, plus periodic travel across the UK, Europe, and internationally.