Project Manager - Delivery

BAE Systems.; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex projects that protect national interests. In this role, you will support the design phase of significant programs, develop structured plans, and liaise with senior stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. The company values diversity and offers flexible working arrangements, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career growth. Join a team where your contributions will have a meaningful impact on the future of national security and where your professional development is prioritized.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Company contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2work

Employee discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in complex Project Management required.
• Good awareness of commercial practices within projects.

Responsibilities

• Support design phase ensuring product buildability and testability.
• Manage team and report to Senior Management on progress.
• Develop structured plans for build progression.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Commercial Awareness

Education

Recognised Project Management qualification (e.g. APM or Prince2)

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager - Delivery

Location: Barrow in Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: Starting from £56,000- depending on skills and experience

What you'll be doing:

1. Supporting the design phase of the SSNA Programme by ensuring that the product is buildable and testable
2. Implementing effective integration to develop and maintain robust plans for programme enablement
3. Developing clear and structured plans for build progression
4. Liaising with senior stakeholders through chairing and presenting meetings
5. Daily management of the team and reporting up to Senior Management
6. Identifying resource demands and skills/knowledge gaps and resolving these
7. Undertaking advanced problem-solving and scenario development

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

1. Extensive complex Project Management experience
2. Good awareness of commercial practices and business environment within the project
3. Demonstrable problem-solving skills
4. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Desirable:

1. Recognised Project Management qualification (e.g. APM or Prince2)
2. Experience of project scheduling or planning

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 SSNA Build & Test Project Management team:

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a high value, complex project supporting the national endeavour to protect our UK territory. Your growth and progression are valued here and you'll have the chance to build a lasting career with BAE Systems. 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, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also 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 working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.

Closing Date: 23rd April 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.