Project Manager

Copello Global; Poole; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Commercial Project Manager to oversee projects in the defence sector. This role allows you to take charge as the primary contact between customers and internal teams, managing contracts and ensuring deliverables meet specified requirements. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in project management, particularly within technical fields, and will enjoy the flexibility of working from Poole. This opportunity not only promises a competitive salary but also offers fantastic learning and development prospects, making it an exciting role for those looking to advance their careers.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Project Management within a technical sector.
• Experience in Defence industry delivering engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead contact for projects, managing deliverables and payment milestones.
• Create project plans, risk mitigation plans, and standard documentation.

Skills

Project Management

Risk Management

Contract Management

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Degree in Engineering or Science

Project Management Qualification (Prince 2, APM)

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Copello have partnered with an established defence manufacturer in the recruitment of a Commercial Project Manager, based in Poole. This role will be the principal point of contact for all assigned projects, directing and managing the preparation of deliverables and payment milestones within specific contract terms.

This is a great opportunity to make the role your own and be the lead contact between the customer and internal teams.

You will be responsible for:

• Assisting the Business Development and Bids team in planning phases for new opportunities
• Creating work breakdown structures, project and resource plans, risk identification and mitigation plans
• Managing new and existing contracts, adhering to contractual obligations, deadlines and budgeted costs
• Delivering payment milestones within specified tolerances of time, cost, quality, scope, risk and benefits
• Undertaking regular formal documented reviews of contracts reporting and reporting contract progress
• Creating standardised documentation and reporting templates for use across all projects/major contracts within the Business Unit

Ideal candidates will have:

• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in a relevant Project Management role within a technical sector
• Project Management qualification, e.g., Prince 2, APM
• Degree within Engineering or Science, or similar level education
• Experience within the Defence industry delivering technical engineering solutions
• Lean Six Sigma yellow or green belt is highly desirable
• Engineering experience within the civil or military aviation industry would be desirable

The company offers a competitive salary plus fantastic learning and development opportunities. The role is based out of Poole with flexible working, and is commutable from Bournemouth, Weymouth, Salisbury, Southampton.