Project Management Officer

National Composites Centre; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the composites sector is seeking two Project Management Officers to support exciting projects in Aerospace and Defence. This hybrid role offers a dynamic environment for growth, focusing on project delivery and financial management.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Annual Salary Reviews

Up to 12.5% Employer Pension Contribution

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a project management officer or similar role.
• Experience in reporting on project performance through data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the successful delivery of projects and programmes.
• Coordinating all phases of the project lifecycle and managing financial controls.

Skills

Project Management

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Engineering

Defence

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About The Role

Project Management Officer (x2 positions available)

The National Composites Centre

Location: Bristol based with Hybrid working – 2 days on site, 3 days at home

Salary: £35,188 - £45,287 per annum (experience dependent)

Sponsorship: We are unable to consider sponsorship for this role.

About the role:

Are you passionate about project management and driven by delivering excellence?

We are hiring two new Project Management Officers to join our expanding team. One position will focus on Aerospace projects, and the other on Defence & Infrastructure projects.

We are entering an exciting phase of project growth, making this a great opportunity to be involved at the start of large projects.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting the successful delivery of projects and programmes.
• Coordinating all phases of the project lifecycle and managing financial controls.
• Collaborating with programme managers and stakeholders on various activities.
• Maintaining robust project control processes.
• Ensuring financial accuracy and reporting.
• Owning critical administrative tasks and liaising between project teams and external partners.
• Supporting data-driven decision-making processes.
• Assisting with risk, issue, assumption, and dependency management.
• Supporting third-party contract management.
• Assisting with project planning and resource planning activities.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured, fast-paced environment and enjoys tackling challenges.

What we look for in your application:

We prioritize applicants with backgrounds in engineering, defence, or related industries. Key skills and experience include:

• Proven experience as a project management officer or similar role.
• Experience in reporting on project performance through data analysis.
• Focus on working with financial data.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, Project, and PowerPoint.

Desirable skills include exposure to supporting contract negotiations and management processes (e.g., NEC4).

Personal skills we value:

• Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and adapt.

What we offer:

Hybrid and flexible working, annual salary reviews, private medical insurance, up to 12.5% employer pension contribution, and more. We focus on wellbeing, EDI, and development, providing a vibrant environment for your career growth.

For questions or to discuss your application, contact the recruitment team at [email protected]