Senior Project Manager

Trevett Project Services; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor in Boscombe is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex refurbishment and new build projects. You will manage the full project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with safety and security standards. Proven experience in similar sectors and strong stakeholder management skills are essential for this long-term contract offering competitive pay.

Benefits

Long-term contract

Competitive day rate

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within defence, aerospace, or secure government sectors.
• Track record in delivering refurbishment and/or new build projects in operational environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of refurbishment and new build projects within a secure environment.
• Oversee design coordination, procurement, and project oversight.
• Manage risks, change control, and site issues effectively.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project lifecycle management

Risk management

Compliance with CDM regulations

Job description

Senior Project Manager - Defence & Security Sector

📍 Boscombe (On-site with some flexibility)

💰 £400-£450 per day

📅 Long-Term Contract

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join a high-profile defence, aerospace, and security organisation delivering complex refurbishment and new build projects on a secure site in Boscombe.

You’ll play a key role in leading end-to-end project delivery - from early-stage planning through to handover - with responsibility for driving programmes, managing stakeholders, and ensuring works are delivered to time, quality, and compliance standards.

🔍 Key Responsibilities:

Lead the delivery of refurbishment and new build projects within a live, secure environment

Oversee full project lifecycle: design coordination, procurement, programme, and commercial oversight

Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, consultants, and key government stakeholders

Manage risks, change control, and site-based project issues effectively

Ensure all works comply with CDM regulations, health & safety protocols, and site security procedures

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within defence, aerospace, secure government, or similarly complex sectors

Track record in delivering refurbishment and/or new build projects (ideally within live operational environments)

Strong stakeholder management and reporting skills

Familiarity with NEC or JCT contract forms

Active SC Clearance is highly desirable or must be eligible to obtain

🚀 Why Apply?

Long-term contract with a secure, well-funded programme of works

High-impact projects that support national infrastructure and innovation

Opportunity to work within a collaborative and technically driven environment

Competitive day rate and career-enhancing project portfolio