Hybrid Defence Programme Manager: Commissioning & Readiness

First Recruitment Group; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy in Glasgow is seeking a Project Manager to coordinate commissioning and programme activities for a major defence/nuclear programme. The ideal candidate will have a strong planning background and experience in large-scale programmes. This hybrid role requires 2 days remote work and 3 days on-site, with the potential for occasional travel. Competitive salary offered for this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Experience working on large-scale programmes, ideally within defence or nuclear industries.
• Background as an Interface Manager, Project Manager, or similar.
• Experience in defence/nuclear sectors strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate commissioning and programme activities with internal teams and partner organisations.
• Plan and integrate commissioning, testing, and validation plans.
• Support governance and scheduling for large-scale defence/nuclear programmes.

Skills

Strong planning knowledge

Excellent stakeholder management skills

Decision-making ability

Understanding of commissioning, testing, and validation processes

engineering appreciation

Job description

A recruitment consultancy in Glasgow is seeking a Project Manager to coordinate commissioning and programme activities for a major defence/nuclear programme. The ideal candidate will have a strong planning background and experience in large-scale programmes. This hybrid role requires 2 days remote work and 3 days on-site, with the potential for occasional travel. Competitive salary offered for this opportunity.