Senior Project Manager(Software/Cyber)

Thales Group; Cheadle; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Annual bonus

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Thales Group in the UK is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex software and cyber projects within the UWS portfolio. Hybrid working (3 days on site) in Cheadle, UK.

You will manage scope, schedule, cost, quality and customer requirements in an Agile environment. Responsibilities include coordinating Engineering Managers, Product Managers, Product Owners and delivery teams to align product roadmaps with programme priorities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading software delivery projects.
• Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum and sprint-based delivery.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams in a matrix organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of complex software and cyber projects across the lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain delivery plans aligned to programme commitments.
• Governance, reporting and stakeholder engagement across teams.

Skills

Project leadership

Agile delivery

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Cross-functional teams

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Job description

Location: Cheadle, United KingdomThales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services.Location: Cheadle (Hybrid working: 3 days per week onsite, based on full-time hours)We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our Under Water Systems (UWS) business.In this role, you will lead the delivery of complex software and cyber development projects within the M-SET portfolio, with a particular focus on the evolution and delivery of RTE capability and related software products.Working within an Agile environment, you will be responsible for delivering projects to agreed scope, schedule, cost, quality, and customer
requirements. You will collaborate closely with Engineering Managers, Product Managers, Product Owners, Solution Architects, and Software Delivery Teams to ensure successful delivery aligned to programme objectives and product strategy.This role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, governance, planning, and risk management skills, alongside a solid understanding of Agile software development practices.What we offerThe opportunity to work on innovative, world-class technologyA strong platform for career development and growthThe chance to make a meaningful impact within a growing businessKey ResponsibilitiesLead the delivery of complex software and cyber projects throughout the project lifecycleDevelop and maintain delivery plans aligned to programme objectives and commitmentsManage scope, schedule, cost, quality, and project performanceDrive delivery across multidisciplinary teams in an Agile environmentManage dependencies, risks, issues, and opportunitiesProvide clear
governance, reporting, and stakeholder engagementWork closely with Product Managers and Product Owners to develop, maintain and execute product roadmaps, ensuring alignment between capability evolution, programme priorities and delivery plansSkills & ExperienceYou will bring significant project leadership experience within a software delivery environment, including:Proven experience delivering complex software development projectsStrong knowledge of Agile methodologies, including Scrum and sprint-based deliveryExperience leading multidisciplinary teams within a matrix organisationDemonstrable capability in managing project cost, schedule, risk, and performanceExperience developing and maintaining integrated project plansExcellent stakeholder management and communication skillsExperience working in customer-facing delivery environmentsUnder Water Systems (UWS)Our purpose is to be the leading provider of underwater sensors and decision superiority, helping navies across the world keep our
friends, families and all of us safe. We cover four sectors: Mine Counter Measures, Anti-Submarine warfare, Services and Future Capabilities.Security Clearance Requirement:Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a UK National and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: .#LI-ST1At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we
offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here.We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here.If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here.Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!SummaryLocation: CheadleType: Full time