Project Manager – Engineering Programs (Aerospace)

Rubicon Recruitment Group; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee high-value engineering projects in Bournemouth. This role includes leading integrated project teams and managing customer relationships. The ideal candidate will have proven project management experience, preferably within regulated environments like the Aircraft or Aerospace sectors. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential. The position offers a salary of £55,000 with benefits including health insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution

Health insurance without waiting period

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance of 2x annual salary

Free annual vision exam

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex engineering projects within regulated environments.
• Ability to manage project P&L effectively.
• Desirable experience in Aircraft or Aerospace sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects to meet delivery, cost, quality, and weight targets.
• Act as the primary customer contact and lead project meetings.
• Maintain project plans and negotiate contractual due dates.
• Manage scope changes and customer change proposals.
• Lead integrated project teams across departments.

Skills

Project management experience

Customer relations

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Engineering, Science, Business, or related field

Formal PM qualification (e.g., APM PMQ, PRINCE2)

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee high-value engineering projects in Bournemouth. This role includes leading integrated project teams and managing customer relationships. The ideal candidate will have proven project management experience, preferably within regulated environments like the Aircraft or Aerospace sectors. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential. The position offers a salary of £55,000 with benefits including health insurance and a pension scheme.