SC Cleared Project Manager

IO Associates; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

IO Associates is recruiting for an SC Cleared Project Manager in Portsmouth. This onsite role supports a world-leading aerospace and defence organisation, delivering high-value programmes on a 12-month contract with potential extension.

You will lead end-to-end delivery, develop project plans, schedules and budgets, and manage stakeholders and client relationships. Expect governance through maturity gates, risk mitigation, and close PMO collaboration.

Qualifications

• Active SC Clearance is required.
• Experience as a Project Manager in complex environments.
• Strong knowledge of PMBOK/PMI methodologies.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders and delivering to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end project delivery across complex programmes.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules and budgets.
• Track progress through Maturity Gates and manage risks/issues.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and PMO to ensure alignment.
• Build strong client relationships and manage stakeholder expectations.

Skills

Active SC Clearance

PMBOK/PMI

Stakeholder management

Deliver to deadlines

Job description

Portsmouth

SC Cleared Project Manager

PORTSMOUTH – ONSITE 12-MONTH CONTRACT (POTENTIAL EXTENSION) UP TO £50.44 PER HOUR INSIDE IR35

SC Cleared Project Manager is required to work for a world-leading organisation in the aerospace and defence sector to support delivery across complex, high-value programmes. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects within a highly regulated and innovative environment.

You will be responsible for leading and managing end-to-end project delivery, ensuring that projects are completed within agreed timelines. This includes developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, and budgets, while effectively managing stakeholders and building strong client relationships. You will track progress through key Maturity Gates (MG), identify and mitigate risks and issues, and work closely with cross-functional teams and the PMO.

Required Skills:

• Active SC Clearance
• Proven experience as a Project Manager in complex environments
• Strong knowledge of Project Management methodologies (PMBOK/PMI)
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders and delivering to deadlines

*P. S: Company cannot provide visa sponsorship, so only candidates residing in UK and with the existing right to work will be considered for the role.

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