Senior Project Manager - Hybrid Infrared & Defence Tech

Leonardo UK Ltd; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to Recharge

Pension up to 15%

Mental health support

Bonus scheme

Online courses

Refer a friend

Flexible benefits

Hybrid working

Job summary

Leonardo UK Ltd. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a portfolio of complex IR detector-related projects in Southampton.

You will manage scope, milestones and budgets while coordinating IPTs with technical experts to deliver on time, within budget and to the required quality. You will communicate with customers and suppliers, apply risk management and maintain a proactive stance on opportunities, while aligning with BPSS security requirements and the company’s standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing multiple, complex projects across the lifecycle.
• Leadership in delivering projects using Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience of managing R&D/development projects within a technical environment.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams in a custom working environment.
• Strong analytical skills and adaptability to new tools and processes.
• Strong customer and supplier relationship skills.
• APM Project Management Qualification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver multiple projects on time, within budget and to quality.
• Lead IPTs and coordinate with resource managers, project controllers and stakeholders.
• Monitor project health, risks, and opportunities; manage budgets and cash flow.

Skills

Project management

EVM leadership

R&D projects

Multi-disciplinary teams

Analytical skills

Customer relations

APM qualification

Education

APM Qualification

Job description

Leonardo UK Ltd. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a portfolio of complex IR detector-related projects in Southampton.

You will manage scope, milestones and budgets while coordinating IPTs with technical experts to deliver on time, within budget and to the required quality. You will communicate with customers and suppliers, apply risk management and maintain a proactive stance on opportunities, while aligning with BPSS security requirements and the company’s standards.