Project Manager (Construction)

BAE Systems; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking a Project Manager for construction projects. The role involves managing complex projects, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Candidates should have significant project management experience, preferably with mechanical or electrical backgrounds, and relevant qualifications. The position offers a competitive salary and substantial benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Company contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2work scheme

Employee discounts

Possible annual incentive

Qualifications

• Experience managing major projects in a manufacturing or construction environment.
• Strong background in mechanical or electrical systems with relevant certifications.
• Demonstrable leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive change management projects, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Liaise with stakeholders to manage project scope and requirements.
• Control and report on financial aspects throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Team Leadership

Communication

Mechanical/Electrical Systems

HVAC/LEV Experience

Education

HNC Qualification in Engineering/Construction

Recognised Project Management Qualification (e.g. Prince2, APMQ)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Project Manager (Construction)

Location: Barrow-In-Furness – On-site

Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on experience

Responsibilities

• Responsible for driving a change management suite of projects and asset care tasks by leading and managing MEICA construction, engineering, and infrastructure projects
• Liaise and co-ordinate multiple site and external stakeholders to capture project scope including requirements capture, design, implementation, delivery, commissioning and handover
• Responsible for all project controls data for all commercial and financial aspects of projects throughout the project lifecycle
• Effectively deliver projects in line with BAE policies, procedures and statutory requirements to ensure a compliant and fit for purpose solution
• Maintain and manage a safety focused environment and culture aligned to the high-risk aspects of the projects undertaken
• To manage and control Principal Contractors site activities under Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015

Your skills and experiences

• Experience leading/managing Major Projects of significant complexity and financial scale within a live manufacturing, production or construction environment
• This role would lend itself to someone with a mechanical or electrical bias with HVAC or LEV experience a distinct advantage
• Demonstrable team leadership, stakeholder management and effective communication at all levels internally and externally
• Minimum of a HNC Qualification in Engineering/Construction, with an established Project Management skillset (e.g. development of Plans, Financial forecasting, Business Cases, Risk Management, Presentation packs, LCM material)
• Recognised Project Management qualification (e.g. Prince2 or APMQ)

Benefits

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive

The Site Facilities Major Projects Team

Working for the Site and facilities directorate this is an exciting opportunity to join the LEV Programme at Barrow-in-Furness. The programme involves upgrading LEV systems to modern standards, improving the work environment for current and future teams. You’ll be joining a developing team where you’ll expand your skillset and gain exposure across the wider business giving the opportunity for professional growth within the function and the opportunity to work across various functions.

We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 17th September 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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