Senior Defence Project Manager | Hybrid, UK SC Clearance

Airbus; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a project manager for a hybrid role in Newport, South Wales, focused on supporting UK defence capabilities. The candidate should possess project management qualifications and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include providing programme and project management support, maintaining resource forecasts, and contributing to strategic campaigns. The ideal individual will work in a flexible environment with relocation packages available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual profit share

Contributory pension

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Discounted shopping

Qualifications

• Experience in project management and methodologies.
• Proven leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Provide programme support to strategic campaigns.
• Assist in project management for existing contracts.
• Maintain resource forecasts based on demand.
• Report programme progress to stakeholders.
• Develop communication plans for better alignment.
• Conduct analysis for decision-making support.

Skills

Project management qualifications

Strong understanding of project management methodologies

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving abilities

Proactive approach

Decision-making abilities

Flexibility in a fast-paced environment

Education

Project management certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2)

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

A leading aerospace company is seeking a project manager for a hybrid role in Newport, South Wales, focused on supporting UK defence capabilities. The candidate should possess project management qualifications and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include providing programme and project management support, maintaining resource forecasts, and contributing to strategic campaigns. The ideal individual will work in a flexible environment with relocation packages available.