Project Leader

Leonardo; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo seeks a talented Project Manager in Luton, contributing to the EW Line of Business. The role involves overseeing project controls and managing budgets, while collaborating with a dynamic team. Candidates from various industries are encouraged to apply as support for skill development is provided.

Benefits

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Up to 25 days of holidays plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours and hybrid options

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym memberships

Access to private healthcare

Free access to online courses

Bonus scheme for all employees

Qualifications

• Experience using project control methodologies and risk management.
• Knowledge of Agile management methodologies.
• Proficiency in SAP/Primavera tools for planning.

Responsibilities

• Join a creative team developing solutions for new and existing platforms.
• Apply budgeting techniques for forecasting project income.
• Manage risks and opportunities while reporting to stakeholders.

Skills

Project control methodologies

Risk management

Agile management

SAP

Primavera

Stakeholder influence

Job description

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We are looking for a talented and passionate Project Manager at Leonardo in Luton, working in the EW Line of Business.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 7,000 are based in the UK. This role is part of the EW Tempest Line of Business within the Electronics Division of Leonardo. The Division designs, builds, and manufactures complex electronic systems and services for the global defence market.

You don't need to have direct experience gained from within the Defence Industry; we embrace skilled people from all adjacent industries and will support the development of your skills and knowledge.

What you will do as a Project Leader

• Join a creative team developing solutions for new and existing platforms.
• Apply budgeting techniques for forecasting and re-forecasting income, cash, and cash flow milestones to ensure the integrity of the project plan.
• Anticipate and manage risk and opportunities, measure exposure to risk, and provide recommendations to Project Managers.
• Prepare analysis and reports, including ‘what-if’ scenarios, for the management team, IPT, and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the preparation, management, and review of bids (for follow-on business and new business).
• Engage with and manage a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Create, monitor, update project plans, and participate in the monthly update cycle.
• Communicate any variations and changes to the contract or project to ensure accurate reporting, financial forecasting, and performance control.
• Support the IPT in the day-to-day management of the project.

What we need from you:

What you really must have:

• Experience using project control methodologies and risk management.
• Knowledge of Agile management methodologies, Agile implementation, and Agile planning.
• Proficiency in SAP/Primavera tools for planning and project management.
• Breadth of understanding in all parts of the lifecycle and experience in some stages.
• Ability to influence internal stakeholders, using data and analysis to support reasoning.
• Typically meets the knowledge and experience levels of Project Manager (Entry) or PMO Officer as defined by the APM Competency Framework.
• Show a sense of community: embed yourself within our community and value the progress of all teams. Help others.
• Be curious: be an avid learner and stretch yourself to deliver on our mission.
• Be passionate: show passion and purpose to succeed in our mission.
• Be pragmatic: make pragmatic choices to strengthen our community and achieve our goals.

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Life at Leonardo

With a company-funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and flexible working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo offers many opportunities and accessibility for all.

• Pension: Award-winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave, and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year.
• Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part-time opportunities, please contact us.
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, access to mental health support, financial wellbeing support, and network groups (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers).
• Lifestyle: Discounted gym memberships, Cycle to Work scheme.
• Company-funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology, and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance).
• Training: Free access to over 4,000 online courses via Coursera.
• Referral Incentive: Earn rewards for successfully referring a friend or family member.
• Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below.