Project Manager

Octagon Group; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a 3-month fixed-term contract to support defence-sector programmes. The candidate will build project plans, manage subcontractor deliverables, and ensure compliance with defence requirements. The role is primarily remote with necessary travel to the island and requires strong communication and project management skills. A background in technical environments and eligibility for UK Security Clearance are essential. Competitive salary between £50,000 and £55,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in defence or technical fields.
• Proven track record of managing complex project deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage project plans, schedules, and resources.
• Lead customer communication and project reviews.
• Manage subcontractor deliverables.
• Maintain RAID logs and drive mitigations.
• Ensure defence compliance and security requirements.
• Monitor budgets and support reporting.
• Apply Earned Value Management.
• Liaise with engineering teams and manage Technical Queries.

Skills

Strong organisational and communication skills

Proficient in MS Project

Experience with schedules, RAID logs, EVM and subcontractor management

Background in technical / engineering / regulated environments

Eligible for UK Security Clearance

Project Management qualification or relevant experience

Job description

Project Manager – 3 Month Fixed Term Contract

Job Title : Project Manager

Location : Remote + regular island travel (expensed)

Contract : 12 Jan – 11 Apr

Annual Salary Equivalent : £50,000 – £55,000

Hours : 37.5 per week

We’re looking for a Project Manager to support defence-sector programmes on a short-term contract. You’ll lead project delivery, manage subcontractor work packages and ensure all milestones, quality and compliance requirements are met. Remote role with required travel to the island.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and manage project plans, schedules and resources
• Lead customer communication and project reviews
• Manage subcontractor deliverables
• Maintain RAID logs and drive mitigations
• Ensure defence compliance and security requirements
• Monitor budgets and support reporting
• Apply Earned Value Management
• Liaise with engineering teams and manage Technical Queries

Skills & Experience

• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Proficient in MS Project
• Experience with schedules, RAID logs, EVM and subcontractor management
• Background in technical / engineering / regulated environments
• Eligible for UK Security Clearance
• Project Management qualification or relevant experience

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership
• Adaptable and proactive
• High attention to detail