Project Manager

TN United Kingdom; Romsey; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Project Manager to lead projects within the Defence sector. This role involves executing contracts with precision, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have experience with the UK Ministry of Defence and a strong grasp of agile methodologies. Join a vibrant community that values diversity and offers flexible working arrangements, while contributing to innovative projects that make a difference in national security and technology.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits

Health and Wellbeing Support

Leisure and Entertainment Options

Qualifications

• Experience with the UK Ministry of Defence and leading framework projects.
• Strong background in strategic programme and project management.

Responsibilities

• Execute contracts regarding schedule, cost, and quality.
• Manage project teams and deliver on time and within budget.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to bidding and delivery.

Skills

Project Management

Agile Methodologies

Scrum

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Education

Relevant Degree

APM PMQ Qualification

Tools

JIRA

Job description

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Roke is a world-class engineering and technology company, with a trusted and long-standing record of delivery spanning research & development, products, managed-services, and consultancy, serving customers across the globe. The markets Roke operates in are broad but often cross-cutting at engineering and delivery levels; markets include Defence, National Security, and Future Industries, with diversity central to Roke’s strategy.

Preserving high levels of confidence by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in contract delivery and value creation is paramount, alongside the need to meet the business's requirements for safe and sustainable revenue and profit generation.

At the core of the supporting operating model are assured and repeatable methods of delivery, underpinned by key roles and responsibilities.

The Opportunity

The Project Manager role is a key delivery position, reporting to a Sub-Portfolio Manager within the Defence BU and requires DV clearance.

In line with the APM definition for an Intermediate Project Manager, a Roke Project Manager confidently leads one or more projects with limited complexity. This role requires substantial experience working with the UK Ministry of Defence, preferably leading framework or product projects.

The ideal candidate is accustomed to engaging with different organizational levels and has experience in strategic programme and project management, including setting direction and securing senior buy-in to achieve successful customer outcomes.

You will succeed by employing modern, effective Project Management techniques and actively developing your professional and personal skills.

Primary Job Purpose

• Execute contracts fully regarding schedule, cost, and quality
• Manage external Customers, Subcontractors, Partners, and internal Business Functions, balancing stakeholder needs
• Build trusted relationships, creating value for both customer and Roke
• Plan and mobilize contracts successfully
• Identify, prioritize, and mitigate risks & issues related to bidding & delivery
• Bid confidently, considering schedule, cost, and quality factors
• Report and forecast accurately against KPIs
• Continuously improve delivery capabilities alongside bids & contracts
• Ensure all projects in your portfolio are delivered on time, within scope, and budget, acting as Project Manager on specific projects as needed

Key Responsibilities

• Build and actively manage project teams
• Deliver bids and contracts to target schedule, cost, and quality, fully understanding and executing the governing contract (OTIF)
• Identify, prioritize, and manage risks & issues, escalating appropriately
• Provide timely, accurate forecasts and project reports, managing stakeholder expectations
• Ensure all project artefacts are well-controlled and meet high standards, including plans, estimates, specifications, design documents, software, test plans & results, manufacturing data, etc.

Person Specification & Education

• Relevant degree and/or experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Project Managers should be APM PMQ qualified or working towards it
• Experience in product development or research & consultancy
• Experience delivering IT projects using agile methods
• Knowledge of Scrum
• Experience with JIRA is desirable

Why You Should Join Us

We offer a competitive salary and flexible benefits covering health, wellbeing, savings, protection, leisure, and entertainment.

Roke fosters a vibrant community with shared-interest groups for idea exchange and passion sharing about tools, technologies, and techniques.

We are committed to Equal Opportunity, Diversity, and Inclusion, supporting flexible working arrangements and a diverse workforce, including those with additional needs.

Security Information

This position requires DV clearance. Applicants must be British Citizens and have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. For more information, please see the relevant clearance eligibility details.