Junior Project Manager - Defence/Aerospace/Energy

MIGSO-PCUBED; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Learning & Development

Personalised Career Coaching

APM Qualifications

Private Medical Insurance

Discounted Gym Membership

Retail Discounts

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Manchester is seeking a Junior Project Manager to support the end-to-end delivery of projects. In this role, you will coordinate tasks, assist in planning, and track progress. The ideal candidate has a degree in Project Management or a related field along with strong communication skills and some prior experience in project coordination. This role offers comprehensive benefits including personal career coaching and private medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Some prior experience in project planning, scheduling, or coordination.
• Natural organiser with a detail-oriented and analytical mindset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end delivery of projects and coordinate tasks.
• Assist in planning activities using tools like Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Track progress against key milestones and identify potential risks.

Skills

Project planning

Scheduling

Strong communication skills

Analytical mindset

Familiarity with Excel

Education

Degree in Project Management or related field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Junior Project Manager – Manchester / Northwest

Application Deadline: 28 November 2025

Department: Project Controls

Location: Manchester

Key Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end delivery of projects by coordinating tasks, timelines, and resources.
• Assist in planning and scheduling activities using tools like Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Track progress against key milestones and help identify potential risks or delays.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and updates for senior stakeholders.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and cross‑functional teams to keep projects on track.
• Contribute to risk, change, and issue management processes.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Some prior experience in project planning, scheduling, or coordination (employment, internship, or academic projects).
• A natural organiser with a detail‑oriented and analytical mindset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with project tools (Excel, MS Project, or Primavera P6) is desirable.
• A degree in Project Management, Business, Engineering, or a related subject.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Learning & Development: Access to customised programs designed to support your professional growth and skill enhancement.
• Personalised Career Coaching: Receive one‑on‑one guidance to help you navigate and advance your career path.
• APM Qualifications: Gain industry‑recognised project management certifications with full support from our training programs.
• Private Medical Insurance: Enjoy comprehensive coverage that includes optical, dental, and hearing care for you and your family.
• RIDE2WORK Scheme: Save on committing costs and promote a healthier lifestyle with our cycle‑to‑work initiative.
• Exciting Company Events: Participate in exclusive events across the UK, fostering team spirit and networking opportunities.
• Discounted Gym Membership: Stay active and healthy with access to discounted gym memberships.
• Retail Discounts: Take advantage of exclusive offers from a wide range of top retail stores.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

MIGSO-PCUBED is an equal opportunities employer and seeks to employ a workforce which reflects the diverse community at large. We continue to strive to shape and nurture a culture where everyone is valued; where inclusiveness is a reflex, not an initiative and where EDI underpins our values and everything we do. With passion and understanding, we continue to unfold the complexities of the EDI agenda, raising awareness across the workforce, creating a safe space for open dialogue and enabling everybody to play their part.

Application

Please apply today and start your journey with MIGSO-PCUBED.