Senior Project Manager

Babcock; Bristol; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is searching for a Senior Project Manager in Bristol for a fixed-term contract until March 2026. The role involves overseeing project planning and execution in a hybrid work environment with a focus on software development. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with complex projects along with relevant certifications in project management. The company fosters a strong culture of wellbeing and supports continuous professional development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private Medical & Dental Insurance

Life Assurance scheme

Continuous Professional development support

Annual Wellness Allowance

Qualifications

• Project Management Practitioner Qualification is essential.
• Background in managing complex projects required.
• Experience in software development environments is a must.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of project planning, execution, and delivery.
• Central point for stakeholders, facilitating communication.
• Manage expectations through the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project Management Practitioner Qualification

Software Development Lifecycle

Ability to lead and manage teams

Good software development practices

Highly organised individual

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Bristol BS34 - Fixed Term Contract to run until March 2026

• Up to £65,000 Pro Rate DOE
• Hybrid working – MoD Abbey Wood and remote
• 25 days annual leave inclusive of up to 3 days December shut-down
• Buy or sell up to 5 days’ annual leave
• Two pension schemes to choose from
• Private Medical & Dental Insurance + discounts for additional family members
• Life Assurance scheme up to 4 x salary
• Multiple Save schemes - Share Save scheme
• Electric/Hybrid Car leasing scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retail discounts
• Continuous Professional development support
• Annual Wellness Allowance

Reporting to our Head of Delivery for Strategic Systems you will be at the heart of a successful, motivated group developing innovative solutions to meet complex customer requirements.

Based out of MOD Abbey Wood in Bristol there is the opportunity to work in a Hybrid environment where project classification allows, providing you the best of both worlds:flexibility and collaboration.

Your experience will enable us to do more, serving as the main point of contact for any contract-related issues and enlisting the assistance of other stakeholders as needed.

Essential experience

• Project Management Practitioner Qualification
• Software Development Lifecycle
• A background in managing complex projects
• Ability to autonomously lead and manage teams, suppliers and projects
• Experience with good software development practices
• Highly organised and process driven individual

Desirable Experience

• Membership of an appropriate professional or chartered body
• Knowledge of the Defence industry or a similar technical discipline

Our non-negotiables:

Due to the highly secure nature of the projects that you will be involved with, youmustbe:

• A UK National and eligible to work in the UK
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a UK GovernmentSC-levelsecurity clearance

How you’ll support us

You’ll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of project planning, execution and delivery. You will be the central point for stakeholders, facilitating communication and managing expectations through the project lifecycle. If you have a proven track record of successful project management in software development environments, we want to hear from you!

How we'll support you

Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowingemployees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Our people are important to us, and we take pride in our wellbeing programmes and policies that supportindividuals including, mental health first aiders and readily available support through our extensive employee assistance programme.

Who is MASS?

MASS is an independent, global technology company, trusted by highly-secure organisations to provide advanced, digital services that manage data and keep information safe. With our heritage in defence, we offer robust solutions to sectors where security expertise is essential. We work in partnership with customers, using skilled, technical experts. We think innovatively to provide tailored, agile and resilient solutions that secure advantage, so you’re ready for digital transformation.

MASS is an equal opportunities employer; we know that our people are smart, skilled and motivated and in return we provide a friendly workplace where everyone is valued and has the chance to make an impact.

Apply todayto see how working for MASS could work for you!