Project Manager - Defence (Contract role)

The Collective Network Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to oversee a large defence project. The ideal candidate will have extensive project management experience, particularly in the defence sector, and be capable of working independently while collaborating effectively with engineering teams. The role offers flexibility for part-time or full-time work, with a hybrid working model split between office and home.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in managing projects from start to finish.
• Ability to engage with engineering teams for timely delivery.
• Self-sufficient and capable of working independently.

Responsibilities

• Project managing a large new defence project.
• Assisting the business in launching the project.
• Testing and validating the product.
• Working with a new customer under strict deadlines.

Skills

Project management

Knowledge of product testing

Defence sector experience

Engineering collaboration

Budget management

Job description

Contract opportunity for an experienced technical project manager with defence sector experience. This role is expected to last 9 to 12 months, with reviews every 3 months.

Responsibilities include project managing a large new defence project and assisting the business in launching this project. The role involves working with a new customer with a strict deadline. Candidates should be able to start on short notice.

A significant part of the role involves testing and validation of the product, so knowledge of product testing and liaising with test facilities is highly beneficial.

Ideal candidates are self-sufficient and capable of working independently, while also engaging with engineering teams to ensure timely delivery and budget adherence. Extensive experience in managing projects from start to finish is required.

The role can be part-time (3 days/week) or full-time. It is based in Milton Keynes with home working allowed, considering a 50/50 split between office and home.

Experience in managing defence projects is crucial. Some involvement with aerospace projects and experience in engineering/manufacturing environments would be advantageous, though not mandatory.

Interested? Please click to apply. Graeme Marks will contact you to discuss further.