Manager - Project Manager

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View more categories View less categories Sector Project and Program Management Role Manager Contract Type Permanent Hours Full Time

Job Details

Salary: Competitive per annum

Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday

Location: Engineering Hangar Heathrow, Exeter Road, Heathrow Airport, Hounslow, TW6 2PJ, with occasional travel to Crawley VHQ site

Contract: Fixed Term Contract for 12 months

Closing Date: 2nd May 2025

In a nutshell

Virgin Atlantic (VA) believes in unlocking individual potential. Our vision is to become the most beloved travel company. We are embracing innovation and challenging the status quo. If you're ready to elevate your career, read on.

We are seeking Project Managers experienced in delivering technology solutions to join our Technology Transformation team.

Day-to-day responsibilities

As Project Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating with Business Stakeholders to develop and review Business Cases, understanding project objectives and strategic goals.
• High-Level Planning: Developing high-level plans outlining project scope aligned with strategic objectives, and creating detailed Project Plans in Microsoft Project, identifying critical paths and milestones.
• Effective Project Delivery: Leading projects with clarity, setting performance expectations, and ensuring completion on time and within budget.
• Team Coordination: Ensuring relevant teams are involved, briefed, and understand their roles and timelines.
• Methodology Adherence: Following VA Project Management methodology throughout the project lifecycle.
• Financial Management: Managing project budgets to stay within tolerances.
• RAID Management: Managing Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies effectively, working with stakeholders on resolutions and mitigation plans.

About you

• Background in engineering Project Management, such as Automotive or Aviation.
• Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APMP, PMP) and experience delivering complex IT solutions, especially integrating legacy systems with modern technology using SOA/APIs.

Additional desirable qualities include:

• Understanding of airline industry processes (advantageous but not essential).
• Technical expertise in delivering technical solutions.
• Analytical skills for designing and optimizing solutions.
• Experience managing third-party suppliers and offshore services.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Exceptional skills in MSP, financial management, and resource planning.

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred but not essential.

If you are interested, we look forward to hearing from you!

Our leadership philosophy

Virgin Atlantic empowers teams through collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Discover our Leadership Recipe, the 20 core ingredients that define our leaders, and learn how we aim to be the most loved travel company while achieving sustainable profit. Click here

Be yourself

We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process. Contact us at [email protected].

Company overview

Founded by Richard Branson in 1984, Virgin Atlantic has grown from a small startup to a global airline. We are a family-centric airline that values togetherness and cares deeply about our employees and their families.

Our team is passionate about creating a different kind of airline experience, driven by our unique DNA and spirit. Join us and find your purpose in flying.

Our ways of working

We aim to be the most loved travel company, supporting a growth mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and our core values daily. Our flexible work principles focus on performance and outcomes, respecting individual work-life needs, and fostering trust and diversity.

Our people & networks

We promote inclusivity, activism, and a challenger spirit. Our employee-led networks support diversity, equity, and inclusion, helping everyone feel they belong. We are committed to reflecting society and creating an environment where all can thrive.