Project Manager

Alexander Associates; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading launch provider in Scotland is seeking a Project Manager to join their team on a full-time, long-term contract. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure projects stay on schedule and budget. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in project management, particularly within a technical engineering environment, and must hold a professional project management certification. This is a unique opportunity to work in the exciting space industry.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong project management experience in planning, budgeting, and schedule management.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of verification evidence for launch vehicle.
• Manage and oversee project scopes and work packages.
• Ensure successful technical delivery of engineering projects.

Skills

Project management experience

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Technical understanding

Experience developing project business cases

Education

Professional project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2)

Job description

Project Manager - Space

Alexander Associates are partnering with a cutting-edge, fast-growing launch provider who are looking for a Project Manager to join their team on a full-time, long-term contract.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with engineering, business, legal, and finance teams to ensure projects stay on schedule and within budget. This is an exciting opportunity to join a bold, fast-paced organisation at the forefront of the space industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of verification evidence for the launch vehicle and its subsystems
• Create, manage, and oversee new and existing work packages and project scopes
• Manage stakeholders and ensure successful technical delivery of engineering projects
• Support the development of future projects and grant applications

Essential Experience & Skills

• A proven track record of delivering projects on time and within agreed budgets
• Strong project management experience in planning, budgeting, and schedule management within a technical engineering environment
• Demonstrated ability to maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Sufficient technical and engineering understanding to support informed decision-making
• Awareness of related functions such as procurement, engineering management, and other non-core project activities
• Experience developing project business cases

Desirable Experience & Skills

• Familiarity with ECSS systems engineering processes or similar frameworks
• Prior experience working within space sector
• Professional project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2 Foundation/Practitioner)

Additional Requirements

• Valid passport and eligibility to work in the UK
• Full driving licence
• Ability to meet internal and national security vetting requirements