Senior Project Manager – Defence Tech (Hybrid)

QinetiQ; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company is looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead high-value safety and suitability projects for munitions. Responsibilities include managing cross-functional teams, developing stakeholder engagement, and ensuring project delivery against business goals. Ideal candidates will have extensive project management experience and APM qualifications. This role offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Health Cash Plan and Private Medical Insurance

Employee discount portal

Volunteering Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience of leading complex projects successfully.
• Ability to influence and align others towards project vision.
• Effective communication using a range of techniques.
• Positive engagement with project customers and stakeholders.
• Experience in business development and capture team roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams for project delivery.
• Develop positive engagement with customers, partners, and suppliers.
• Manage financial and resource forecasts for projects.
• Ensure governance requirements are applied to project work.
• Report progress to program/portfolio manager.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Negotiation & Conflict Management

Business Development

Education

APM or equivalent qualification

Job description

A leading defense technology company is looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead high-value safety and suitability projects for munitions. Responsibilities include managing cross-functional teams, developing stakeholder engagement, and ensuring project delivery against business goals. Ideal candidates will have extensive project management experience and APM qualifications. This role offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options.