Project Manager

Electus Recruitment Solutions; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruitment agency is seeking a Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex defence programmes in Manchester. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of project delivery, focusing on governance, assurance, and stakeholder engagement. A background in project management within defence is essential, alongside experience in programme controls. The role offers a salary range between £50,000 and £70,000 inclusive of car allowance, along with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Sole British nationality with birth in the UK.
• Proven experience delivering UK defence programmes.
• Strong project management capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex defence programmes.
• Coordinate technical and commercial inputs.
• Manage projects from definition to close-out.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder control

Cost management

Risk management

Job description

Project Manager, Defence – Manchester

You will lead the delivery of complex defence programmes with full ownership over scope, cost, and governance. This role offers the opportunity to advance your career, while working on high-value projects within a regulated defence environment.

What you will need

• Sole British nationality with birth in the UK.
• Proven experience delivering UK defence programmes within regulated settings.
• Strong project management capability across planning, cost, risk, and stakeholder control.
• Confidence operating within structured governance, assurance, and reporting frameworks.

Salary and rewards

£50,000 to £70,000 plus car allowance.

What you will be doing

• Managing defence projects from definition through delivery and close-out.
• Coordinating technical, commercial, and delivery inputs to ensure projects remain on track.
• Supporting governance, reporting, assurance activities, and programme milestones.
• Providing clear, data-driven insights to inform decision-making and maintain delivery confidence.

Your experience

• Background in project management within defence, infrastructure, or complex delivery environments.
• Strong understanding of programme controls, cost management, and risk.
• Exposure to NEC contracts is desirable but not essential.
• Comfortable engaging with senior stakehold...