Senior/Associate Project Manager - Defence (Construction)

Turner & Townsend Limited; Derby; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in project management is seeking a Senior/Associate Project Manager for their Defence sector in Derby. The role involves managing large-scale defence projects, requiring proven experience in design management and excellent client communication skills. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree and relevant project management qualifications, with opportunities for professional development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record supporting large-scale defence projects.
• Experience leading design management or post-contract work.
• SC level Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Manage design teams at a delivery level.
• Support overall capital project process through RIBA work stages.
• Oversee core project management tasks.

Skills

Client care

Communication

Design management

Resource management

Procurement

Risk management

Change management

Education

Technical degree in engineering disciplines or Earth sciences

APM associate or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Common Data Environments

Job description

Senior/Associate Project Manager - Defence (Construction)

Position Type: Full-time

The world is changing, and we have a responsibility to support that change, helping drive it and be part of it.

Through the commitment, capability, and care our team brings, we build trust between clients, suppliers, governments, and society. We deliver better outcomes that positively impact the world around us.

We work smarter to face the challenges of the future, bringing clarity that helps teams realize their full potential across real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors.

Our growing Real Estate team is actively seeking project management professionals to assist in delivering a broad range of defence schemes for our Derbyshire-based client.

We aim to expand our defence sector accounts on local, national, and corporate levels. To achieve our targets, we seek highly motivated, technically competent, and practically skilled individuals with foundational experience working as part of a delivery team to join our expanding defence community. You will be part of the fastest-growing framework in the business, with opportunities to develop your delivery experience and knowledge while working towards shared goals and collective success.

A Defence Sector Project Manager will support large-scale contracts and projects within our Defence Sector Portfolio, typically involving large capital investment projects supporting initiatives from one of the 6 TLB holders. Key responsibilities include managing design teams at a delivery level, supporting the overall capital project process through all RIBA work stages, and overseeing core project management tasks. Performance is measured based on project parameters, program facilitation, risk, and change management.

• Proven track record supporting components of large-scale defence projects across multiple RIBA work stages, either as a consultant or in a client organization.
• Experience leading components of large or small-scale design management or post-contract work.
• Supporting design teams, technical disciplines, or resource management experience.
• SC level Security Clearance.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight as required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and managing Common Data Environments.
• APM associate or equivalent qualification.
• Technical degree in engineering disciplines or Earth sciences.
• Experience in procurement and commercial aspects, supporting public sector business cases and tendering processes.
• Some experience with NEC3/4 PSC/ECC contracts, pre- and post-contract.

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great workplace where everyone has the opportunity and voice to influence change.

We support our people's success in work and life by promoting a healthy, productive, and flexible environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, actively encouraging applications from all community sectors.

Role may include SOX control responsibilities, where applicable.

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