Senior IT Project Leader - Complex Programs (Hybrid)

BAE Systems - Saudi Arabia; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead and manage high-impact projects in Preston, with hybrid working arrangements. The successful candidate will have proven experience in delivering significant IT projects, excellent communication skills, and formal project management training. This role involves managing teams, defining project objectives, and ensuring adherence to governance criteria. An attractive benefits package is offered, including health plans and employee share options.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentives

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading significant IT projects to meet strategic objectives.
• Ability to communicate and gain support from stakeholders.
• Formal Project Management training.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage delivery of complex projects.
• Provide leadership to delivery teams and suppliers.
• Define and manage project plans with suppliers.
• Manage business drivers and project objectives.
• Communicate project updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to LCM governance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Influencing

Education

PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent

Job description

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead and manage high-impact projects in Preston, with hybrid working arrangements. The successful candidate will have proven experience in delivering significant IT projects, excellent communication skills, and formal project management training. This role involves managing teams, defining project objectives, and ensuring adherence to governance criteria. An attractive benefits package is offered, including health plans and employee share options.