Senior Defence Project Manager — Remote/Hybrid (12m)

Morson Group; Barrow-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Group is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of product, process and system development projects for a Defence client. The role emphasizes delivering projects to scope, cost and time, with governance and stakeholder engagement across the portfolio.

The position is a 12-month contract, with 1–2 days monthly on site in Barrow-in-Furness and remote work for the rest. Industry knowledge and PM qualifications are required; SC clearance is a plus.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years project management and delivery experience to time, cost and quality.
• At least 2 years portfolio management exposure with an outsourced partner.
• First degree level, or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• APM or Prince2 (or other recognised) project management qualification.
• Experience translating analysis into practical implementation.
• Knowledge of large-scale digital business models and deployment standards.
• understanding end-to-end governance and processes.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• High IT literacy; proficient with MS Office and MS Project.
• Ability to manage external IT system partners and suppliers.
• Proven track record of managing partners, 3rd parties and stakeholders.
• SC Cleared or eligible for this level of clearance.

Responsibilities

• Define, plan, track and manage the portfolio projects allocated.
• Keep stakeholders up to date from different areas of the business, regulatory bodies and suppliers.
• Lead project resources to ensure project objectives are accomplished.
• Escalate exceptions through portfolio governance with options and recommendations.
• Build and manage relationships across the portfolio team, project teams and stakeholders.

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Morson Group is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of product, process and system development projects for a Defence client. The role emphasizes delivering projects to scope, cost and time, with governance and stakeholder engagement across the portfolio.

The position is a 12-month contract, with 1–2 days monthly on site in Barrow-in-Furness and remote work for the rest. Industry knowledge and PM qualifications are required; SC clearance is a plus.