Project Manager

Holt Executive; Crawley; Híbrido; GBP 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Excellent Benefits

Hybrid work model

Descripción de la vacante

Holt Executive partners with a leading global aviation technology organisation specialising in flight simulation and pilot training solutions. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their Programme Management team, delivering technically complex aviation programmes to customers worldwide.

The successful candidate will manage multiple concurrent projects through the full lifecycle, from concept and design through to certification, customer delivery and in-service modifications,

Formación

• Proven experience delivering complex aviation engineering projects.
• Experience in regulated aviation environments is preferred.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (APM/PRINCE2/PMI/MSP).

Responsabilidades

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex aviation engineering projects on schedule and budget.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and external partners.
• Develop project scopes, plans, work breakdown structures and risk registers.
• Provide accurate reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Conocimientos

Project management

Aviation/aerospace

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Educación

Degree in engineering or related field

PM qualification

Herramientas

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Project Manager – Aviation Programmes

Location: Crawley, West Sussex
Salary: Dependent on Experience + Excellent Benefits
Working Arrangement: Hybrid – 4 Days Onsite per Week
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Holt Executive is partnered with a leading global aviation technology organisation specialising in the design, development and delivery of advanced flight simulation and pilot training solutions.

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their Programme Management team, taking responsibility for delivering technically complex aviation programmes to customers worldwide.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge Full Flight Simulators (FFS), advanced training devices and integrated hardware and software systems, supporting the development of technologies that enhance aviation safety and pilot training.

The successful candidate will manage multiple concurrent projects throughout the full engineering and delivery lifecycle, from initial concept and design through to certification, customer delivery and in-service modifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex engineering projects, ensuring successful outcomes against schedule, budget, quality and regulatory requirements.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including new simulator builds, engineering upgrades and system modifications.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Programme Management and external partners.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables and resource requirements in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), schedules, budgets and risk registers.
• Monitor project performance, identify potential delays and implement corrective actions to maintain delivery commitments.
• Manage project budgets, financial forecasting, cost control and commercial performance.
• Identify, assess and mitigate technical, operational and commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee configuration management, change control and project governance processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with international customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Provide accurate project reporting, performance updates and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery processes and operational efficiency.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing complex, high-value engineering projects involving hardware and software integration.
• Previous experience within aviation, aerospace, defence or another highly regulated engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of recognised project management methodologies, including APM, PRINCE2, PMI or MSP.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects within a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong financial management capabilities, including project budgeting, forecasting and cost control.
• Experience developing and maintaining detailed project schedules, risk registers and project documentation.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence engineering teams, customers and senior leadership.
• Strong understanding of project governance, risk management and change control.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A relevant degree or equivalent professional experience, alongside a recognised project management qualification.

Desirable Experience

• Experience delivering flight simulation, training systems or safety-critical engineering programmes.
• Knowledge of aviation regulatory frameworks, including EASA and FAA.
• Experience managing international customers and complex supplier relationships.
• Commercial and contract management experience.
• Experience delivering products involving complex electro-mechanical systems and integrated technologies.