SC-Cleared PMO Lead — Hybrid Strategy & Delivery

Airbus Defence and Space; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Profit share

Contributory pension

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in Stevenage seeks a PMO Lead to join the Mechanical Platform team within the Telecom transnational PMO. You will ensure time, cost, and quality data are transformed into actionable information and drive delivery in a fast-paced telecom environment.

The role requires experience leading a PMO or managing complex projects, with scheduling tool proficiency and strong leadership. Hybrid working and ongoing development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a PMO or managing complex projects. Degree in Engineering, Business Admin, or similar.
• Experience scheduling using Unified Planning, MS Project, or Primavera to drive delivery.
• Experience managing risks and opportunities (e.g., ARM) with a delivery-oriented mindset.
• PMO role with cross-functional stakeholder influence; PMI certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement and uphold Airbus Project Management standards across contractual, financial, and technical requirements.
• Maintain integrated programme schedule using standard tools; identify critical path and optimise delivery.
• Track programme progress with clear visualisations, trends, and early warnings for data-driven decisions.
• Manage the Risk and Opportunity (R&O) Plan, coordinate resources, and resolve bottlenecks.
• Prepare comprehensive project status reports for monthly cycles and provide data for customers and stakeholders.
• Manage PMO resources (including subcontractors and POs) and support PMO for Mechanical Platform bids.

Skills

PMO leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Delivery mindset

Stakeholder influence

Education

Engineering or Business Administration degree

Tools

Unified Planning

MS Project

Primavera

ARM (risk management tool)

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in Stevenage seeks a PMO Lead to join the Mechanical Platform team within the Telecom transnational PMO. You will ensure time, cost, and quality data are transformed into actionable information and drive delivery in a fast-paced telecom environment.

The role requires experience leading a PMO or managing complex projects, with scheduling tool proficiency and strong leadership. Hybrid working and ongoing development opportunities are available.