Project Manager

Mansell Recruitment Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead mission‑critical projects across a range of UK and international programmes. This role involves taking ownership of project delivery, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and coordinating with various teams. The ideal candidate will possess a formal Project Management qualification, a strong track record in regulated environments, and eligibility for UK Security Clearance. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits included

Qualifications

• Formal Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) or equivalent experience.
• Strong track record of project delivery in complex, regulated environments.
• Experience in or exposure to UK defence and procurement frameworks (highly desirable).
• Eligible to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance (mandatory).

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end project planning, execution, and delivery across defence‑sector programmes.
• Create and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers and stakeholders.
• Facilitate regular internal and external project meetings to ensure alignment.
• Identify and manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant defence industry regulations and security classifications.
• Monitor budgets and control project costs to ensure financial accountability.
• Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) to measure and report on project performance.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to resolve technical queries and ensure deliverables meet requirements.
• Ensure all programmatic and technical aspects of the project align with the defined scope of work.

Job description

A growing engineering company at the forefront of delivering advanced technical solutions is looking for an experienced Project Manager to join their expanding Programmes Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead mission‑critical projects across a range of UK and international programmes.

As Project Manager, you’ll take full ownership of project delivery, steering complex, high‑stakes initiatives from planning through to execution. You’ll be the key interface with customers, internal teams, and external partners, ensuring that every phase meets performance, quality, and compliance standards. Working closely with the Project Controller and Head of Programmes, you’ll ensure robust reporting and control processes are in place to drive delivery success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end project planning, execution, and delivery across defence‑sector programmes.
• Create and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers and stakeholders.
• Facilitate regular internal and external project meetings to ensure alignment.
• Identify and manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant defence industry regulations and security classifications.
• Monitor budgets and control project costs to ensure financial accountability.
• Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) to measure and report on project performance.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to resolve technical queries and ensure deliverables meet requirements.
• Ensure all programmatic and technical aspects of the project align with the defined scope of work.

Key Requirements

• Formal Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) or equivalent experience.
• Strong track record of project delivery in complex, regulated environments.
• Experience in or exposure to UK defence and procurement frameworks (highly desirable).
• Eligible to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance (mandatory).

The Package

Offering up to £55,000 plus benefits.