Project Manager - Astraea Programme - Aldermaston

ZipRecruiter; Brentford; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense agency is seeking an adaptable Project Manager to join their Astraea Programme, focused on developing a replacement warhead. This role involves managing project governance, leading a team, and requires a graduate level qualification. Benefits include a 9-day working fortnight and a market-leading pension scheme.

Benefits

9-day working fortnight

270 hours of annual leave

Market-leading pension scheme

Funding for professional development

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in a highly regulated environment is beneficial.
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder motivation ability.
• Proven leadership and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects in accordance with time, cost, and quality standards.
• Lead and develop a team to meet operational and safety objectives.
• Maintain standards in environment, safety, health, and quality.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Ability to prioritize

Education

Graduate level qualification or equivalent experience

Project Management qualification

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Job Description

Project Manager - Astraea Programme - Aldermaston, Berkshire, RG7 4PR

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: £49,830 - £70,000 per annum

At AWE, we are in the process of a once-in-a-generation programme to design and produce a replacement warhead for the UK's continuous at-sea deterrent. We are seeking an adaptable and experienced Project Manager to join the Astraea Programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a fast-growing team on a highly complex and unique project.

Location: RG7 4PR, between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking. Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We consider flexible working requests to accommodate your lifestyle.

Package: Starting from £49,830, dependent on experience and suitability.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering projects in accordance with requirements, constraints, time, cost, and quality standards.
• Leading, coaching, and developing a team to meet operational and safety objectives.
• Maintaining high standards in environment, safety, health, security, and quality.

Candidate requirements:

• Experience working in a highly regulated environment is beneficial.
• Graduate level qualification or equivalent experience, or Project Management practitioner qualification.
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder motivation ability.
• Proven leadership and team-building skills.
• Ability to prioritize in high-pressure environments.
• Experience creating project documentation and managing budgets, risks, and dependencies.
• Knowledge of project management tools, KPIs, progress reporting, risk management, and lifecycle governance.
• Problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach.
• Willingness to be hands-on and adaptable in a fast-paced setting.

Key responsibilities:

• Managing projects with a focus on governance and compliance.
• Managing resources including personnel and finances.
• Leading planning and change initiatives.
• Performing risk and opportunity management.

The role may involve up to 6 trips per year within the UK and overseas, subject to business needs. You should be able to work calmly in a dynamic environment, managing your workload effectively with a proactive attitude.

Benefits include:

• 9-day working fortnight with every other Friday off.
• 270 hours of annual leave.
• Market-leading pension scheme (9%-13% contribution).
• Family-friendly policies including extended maternity and paternity leave.
• Funding for professional development.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• Life Assurance (4x salary).
• Discounts on everyday spending.
• Paid leave for volunteering, public service, and caring responsibilities.

Most work is on-site, with options for remote work when feasible. For full details, visit the 'Working at AWE' page on our website. #LI-SH