Project Manager

European Foundation for Business Qualification (EFBQ); Filton; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Filton is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead a key work package within a major transformation project. You will manage multi-functional teams, ensuring timely and high-quality project delivery. The ideal candidate should have substantial project management experience in engineering environments and strong leadership skills. This role offers flexible working arrangements and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management within engineering or manufacturing environments.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management across multi-functional teams.
• Coordinate stakeholders across various departments.
• Prepare and present decision gate dossiers at project milestones.

Skills

Project management in engineering

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Google Sheets proficiency

Job description

• Project Manager - Manufacturing Engineering (Airbus, Filton)
  
  

Location: Filton, Bristol (60% onsite, flexible working)

Rate: £26.16/hr PAYE | £35.00/hr Umbrella

Security Clearance: BPSS+ (ITAR restrictions apply)

IR35 Status: Inside

Hours: 35 hours/week (4.5 days, flexible between 7am-7pm)

• About the Opportunity
  
  

Are you ready to make an impact at the heart of aerospace innovation?

We're on the lookout for a dynamic Project Manager to join the Manufacturing Engineering Wing Programme Management team at Airbus in Filton. This is a unique opportunity to lead a key work package within a multinational transformation project, helping shape the future of industrial systems and engineering excellence.

You'll be at the forefront of transitioning to a leaner industrial system, starting with the creation of a new product breakdown structure. Your leadership will drive cross-functional collaboration, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

• What You'll Be Doing
• Lead end-to-end project management across multi-functional and transnational teams.
• Coordinate stakeholders across Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering, Quality, Logistics, Configuration, and more.
• Prepare and present decision gate dossiers at key project milestones.
• Ensure project delivery aligns with certification, configuration management, and regulatory requirements.
• Define and implement strategic plans, including risk management and mitigation.
• Translate complex engineering concepts into clear, actionable plans for wider business understanding.
• What We're Looking For
• Proven experience in project management within engineering or manufacturing environments.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Skilled in preparing and delivering impactful presentations.
• Comfortable working with Google Sheets and other collaborative tools.
• Experience over formal qualifications - we value hands-on expertise.
• Bonus Skills
• Background in Manufacturing Engineering or Quality.
• Understanding of matrix management structures.
• PMO experience in other industries is transferable.
  
  

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