Project & Enterprise Risk Manager

AIR Personnel Ltd; Shawbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent aerospace firm based in Shawbury is seeking a highly experienced Project & Enterprise Risk Manager to oversee their flagship helicopter service delivery contract. This strategic role focuses on maximizing fleet capability and ensuring project delivery meets stringent KPIs. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in Project Management and Enterprise Risk Management within the aerospace sector, with proficiency in tools like Oracle Primavera. A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required, and a master’s degree is highly desirable. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

Career progression

Amazing benefits

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Extensive Project Management experience in aerospace industry preferred.
• Proven expertise in Enterprise Risk Management.
• Recognition and accreditation in Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Control and manage planning baselines for project delivery.
• Identify and manage project and enterprise risks.
• Provide insightful reports on project performance.

Skills

Project Management

Enterprise Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or Business Administration

Master’s degree (highly desirable)

Tools

Oracle Primavera P6

Oracle Primavera Risk Analysis

SAP

Sword Active Risk

Job description

Air Personnel are delighted to be supporting their client based in Shawbury for the role of Project & Enterprise Risk Manager

The Opportunity

We are looking to recruit a highly experienced, dynamic, and strategic Project & Enterprise Risk Manager to provide professional monitoring and control for our flagship, long-term helicopter service delivery contract. This role is pivotal to maximising the capability and serviceability of the fleet, contracted to provide up to 28,000 flying hours per year.

Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, you will drive the On-time, On-cost, On-quality delivery of complex projects across multiple sites to ensure critical aircraft availability and meet stringent contractual KPIs.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Control and manage planning baselines for the effective delivery of multiple, concurrent modification and upgrade projects across the fleet.
• Enterprise Risk Management: Identify, analyse, and robustly manage project and enterprise risks, developing contingency plans to ensure operational continuity and financial stability.
• Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA): Deploy expert QSRA methods and statistical simulations (using tools like Oracle Primavera Risk Analysis) to assess and calculate time contingency, identifying 'at-risk' activities.
• Reporting & Analysis: Provide regular, insightful, and data-driven reports on project performance, identifying trends, challenges, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Visual Management & Governance: Implement and drive robust, data-driven visual management systems and dashboards to provide clear visibility of performance, progress, and key metrics across the team.

What You Will Bring

• Extensive Project Management experience in technical and / or commercial roles within the aerospace industry (MRO / support contracts desirable).
• Proven expertise in Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), aiding businesses in defining and managing their risk appetite.
• Expert-level practical experience with Project Management, dedicated QSRA toolsets, and enterprise systems, including:
• • Oracle Primavera P6
  • Oracle Primavera Risk Analysis
  • SAP
  • Sword Active Risk
• Recognised Project Management Accreditation or significant equivalent experience.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills across all levels.
• An understanding of the Armed Forces' ways of working (served or civilian stakeholder).
• Knowledge of aviation regulations, specifically Part 145, Part CAMO, and the airworthiness regulators CAA and MAA, including the Leaflet B40 construct.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree is highly desirable).

About You

You are a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach. You are results-oriented, highly organised, meticulous in detail, and possess strong personal accountability for problem-solving and innovation. You thrive in a demanding environment, are resilient, adaptable, and excel as a collaborative team player. Proficiency in operational excellence methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) is a bonus.

Additional Information

This position is primarily based at RAF Shawbury and requires routine travel to RAF Valley and Oxford.

Due to the nature of this role, the successful applicant will require a DBS check and eligibility for SC Security Clearance.

Applicants must meet all requirements of Export Compliance Regulations.

All candidates must possess the current, legal right to work in the United Kingdom. We will not be able to offer sponsorship for any employment Visa's.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fantastic company that support and offer career progression and amazing benefits.

Please call Michelle or apply with your CV for further information