Project Manager

Matchtech; Rugeley; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Defence and Maritime Supplier in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Project Manager for a 12-month contract. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of managing complex engineering projects, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate across teams. The role offers hybrid working arrangements with 3 days per week onsite. Applicants must hold sole British nationality and be eligible for SC Clearance.

Qualifications

• Track record managing complex engineering projects.
• Professional project management certification desirable.
• Experience managing multi-disciplined projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end project delivery.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Develop detailed project plans and risk registers.
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions.
• Serve as primary contact for customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management in a regulated environment

Budget management

Leadership

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

IFS or equivalent ERP system

Job description

Our client, a Maritime and Defence supplier is looking for a Project Manager to join them on a contract basis at their site in Rugeley. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold sole British nationality and be eligible for SC Clearance. 12‑month contract. Hybrid working, 3 days per week onsite after an initial period. Inside IR35, rates are open to discussion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end‑to‑end project delivery from initiation to final acceptance within agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams, including design engineers, manufacturing, procurement, quality assurance, and testing personnel.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and risk registers.
• Monitor project performance against plan, cost and delivery, and identify appropriate corrective actions by conducting periodic cost, schedule, performance and risk reviews, implementing corrective actions where necessary.
• Provide effective leadership, manage customer interfaces, and communicate effectively to Senior Management, team members and peers to establish a common understanding of Project Scope and plan for successful programme execution.
• Motivate the team by communicating a shared vision, providing direction, setting goals and mentoring, creating a team environment that encourages people to work towards common objectives.
• Prioritise, identify and obtain the required resources, including facilities, tools and personnel to achieve successful project execution.
• Supply accurate cost and schedule information in the preparation of reports.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, maintaining clear communication channels and strong relationships.
• Prepare and present project reports, dashboards, and status updates to senior management.
• Manage project budgets, forecasting, and change control processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the project management and delivery framework.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experienced Project Manager with a successful track record managing complex engineering projects within a regulated environment.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Professional project management certification desirable (e.g. APM, PMP).
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, schedules, and technical risks effectively.
• Competent in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, or similar).
• PC and keyboard literate and working knowledge of project management tools, plus working knowledge of IFS or an equivalent ERP system.
• Experience of managing multi-disciplined projects with a focus on systems engineering and integration and/or manufacturing is highly desirable.

Key Attributes

• Detail‑oriented, proactive, and able to thrive in a high‑compliance environment.
• Strong leadership and decision‑making skills.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to influence cross‑functional teams.
• Adaptable and capable of managing multiple priorities under pressure.
• Excellent leadership, delegation and teamwork skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, influencing and persuading skills at all levels in the business.
• Resilient – able to operate effectively under stretching project constraints, pressure and displays sound judgement at all times.