Junior Project Manager

Northrop Grumman Corporation; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Junior Project Manager to manage small-scale projects and support larger ones. The role involves ensuring project delivery on time and within budget while fostering a culture of excellence and inclusivity. Candidates should possess knowledge of project management tools and experience in Agile methodologies.

Benefits

Flexible working schedules and hybrid arrangements

Healthcare, dental, life assurance, and pension

Employee incentive program for top performers

Opportunities for professional development and career growth

Qualifications

• Understanding of project management tools and their application.
• Experience with Agile project management lifecycle.
• Knowledge of risk and issue management.

Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery and governance.
• Oversee stakeholder and expectation management.
• Conduct project lifecycle management.

Skills

Project management tools

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Agile project management

Risk management

Government sector delivery

Defence experience

Job description

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: UK-Security Check (SC)

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the time

Salary: £42,700 - £64,100

About the Role

Work on pioneering projects that use innovation and creativity to solve complex problems.

Our focus is the successful delivery of projects to our customers. The role of Junior Project Manager involves managing small-scale projects and/or supporting a Project Manager on larger projects. You will work within the Project Management Office (PMO), striving to establish a centre of excellence by adopting best practices and improving our delivery methods. Your responsibilities include managing project outcomes, supporting financial management, working closely with customers to manage expectations, and ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and budget. You may be deployed in a customer team and will be required to work regularly in Cheltenham.

Qualifications and Skills

• Understanding of project management tools and their application
• Experience working independently across multiple delivery packages
• Stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience with Agile project management lifecycle
• Knowledge of risk and issue management
• Understanding of government sector delivery and contract mechanisms
• Experience working in defence, government, or similar environments

Benefits

• Flexible working schedules and hybrid arrangements
• Flexible benefits package including healthcare, dental, life assurance, and pension
• Employee incentive program for top performers
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

Responsibilities

• Project delivery and governance
• Stakeholder and expectation management
• Quality and performance oversight
• Project lifecycle management
• Scope, cost, and schedule planning
• Reporting and project metrics analysis

Our Team and Culture

We are a team of professional project managers committed to delivering results with quality. We value diversity and inclusion, believing that diverse perspectives foster innovation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in our industry, and promote a respectful, inclusive environment.

How to Apply

If interested, submit your application online. Our recruiters will review your application and contact you with next steps. For inquiries, email [e-mail]. Background checks and security clearance may be required during the recruitment process.

About Northrop Grumman UK

Join a global leader contributing to national security and technological innovation in aerospace, defence, and intelligence. Learn more at Northrop Grumman Careers.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds and abilities.