Senior Project Manager - SC Cleared

Future Talent Group; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Project Manager with SC Clearance for a hybrid role in Bristol/Bath. This position involves managing the planning and execution of significant technical programmes with multi-million-pound budgets. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the Defence sector, leading complex projects, and managing diverse teams. The day rate is between £500 and £600 for a contract lasting 6 months. Those with expertise in systems integration and AI/Data Science will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in leading complex Defence programmes.
• Strong leadership capabilities in managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to navigate demanding stakeholder environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of high-profile technical programmes.
• Ensure programmes remain on track both financially and with respect to timelines.
• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively.

Skills

Complex project leadership

Stakeholder management

Understanding of Defence sector

Systems integration

Budget ownership

Job description

Job Description

Senior Project Manager - SC Cleared

Location - Bristol / Bath - Hybrid

Day Rate £500 - £600

Umbrella Engagement

6 Months

We are looking for an experienced Senior SC Cleared Project Manager, you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of high-profile technical programmes. These projects typically involve multi-million-pound budgets, may be supported by major international funding streams, and form part of long-term, strategically important initiatives for government and other global public-sector clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Extensive experience leading complex, technical Defence programmes, demonstrating consistent success in delivering high-value projects.
• Strong capability in managing multi-disciplinary teams and navigating demanding stakeholder environments.
• Significant experience within the Defence sector or similarly advanced technical industries (Aerospace / Maritime).
• Must be able to quickly grasp, interpret, and communicate complex technical concepts, including systems integration, AI / Data Science, and UAS technologies.

Proficiency in budget ownership, financial forecasting, resource planning, and contract awareness, ensuring programmes remain on track both financia...