Project Manager - WTB

Holt Engineering Recruitment Ltd; Weymouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the WTB programme, a complex international defence project. The role involves leading a multidisciplinary team, ensuring project delivery according to the Project Management Plan, and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships. Candidates should have a BSc in mechanical or electrical engineering, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and a recognised project management qualification. The position is hybrid, requiring some UK and overseas travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience delivering complex engineering projects.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment and mobilisation of the project delivery team.
• Deliver the project in line with the Project Management Plan.
• Maintain financial and budgetary oversight.

Skills

Project delivery

Team leadership

Time management

ISO knowledge

MS Project

Education

BSc degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Recognised project management qualification (APM preferred)

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Project Manager – WTB Programme

Location: Hybrid, Portland

Sector: Defence

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of the WTB programme, a major multi‑year international defence engineering project. Reporting directly to the WTB Programme Manager, you will own the implementation of the Project Management Plan and lead a multidisciplinary delivery team, ensuring high‑quality execution across design, production, delivery and through‑life support.

Key Responsibilities

Mobilisation

• Support recruitment and mobilisation of the project delivery team.
• Maintain and update the WTB Project Management Plan.
• Develop and implement WTB‑specific processes and procedures.

Service Delivery

• Deliver the project in line with the Project Management Plan.
• Manage reporting and communications in accordance with the Communication Management Plan.
• Lead project scheduling and programming, ensuring clarity of deliverables and milestones.
• Oversee day‑to‑day management of the delivery team.
• Maintain financial and budgetary oversight.
• Manage the delivery programme and Master Time Schedule (MTS).
• Coordinate all project‑related activities.
• Produce timely technical and budgetary reports.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, ensuring high customer satisfaction.
• Measure progress against KPIs and maintain performance visibility.
• Lead risk management activities.
• Provide accurate management reporting materials.
• Promote and embed a mission‑zero safety culture across the programme and supply chain.

International Travel

This position involves UK and overseas travel, predominantly within Europe. Applicants must be willing and able to travel regularly.

Qualifications

• BSc degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Recognised project management qualification (APM preferred).

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience delivering complex engineering projects.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018.
• High proficiency in MS Project and project scheduling.
• Experience working with military organisations or defence procurement.
• Understanding of AQAP, Mil Stan, Def Stan, European, British and ISO standards.
• Exceptional organisation and time‑management, with strong attention to detail.
• Eligible for, or able to obtain, security clearance.