Strategic Project Lead – Continuous Improvement & Controls

BAE Systems; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A major defense contractor in Portsmouth seeks a Project Manager for Continuous Improvement Coordination. The role involves leading projects, managing risks, and ensuring successful outcomes with minimal guidance. Candidates should have a degree or equivalent experience, a recognized project management qualification, and a background in manufacturing or maritime industries is highly desirable. This position offers a competitive salary with hybrid working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Flexible discounted health benefits

Employee share plans

Qualifications

• Manage reports and collate senior executive briefing documents.
• Background in Manufacturing/Engineering/Maritime industry is highly desirable.
• Experience in PM in a Continuous Improvement environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Project Control processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Agree Project Control approach with stakeholders and prepare realistic plans.
• Deliver project outcomes with minimal guidance from Line Manager.

Skills

Advanced project reporting & scheduling

Business process and procedures

Project Control Toolsets

Risk management

Team leadership

Data visualisation (Visio, PowerPoint, Tableau)

Education

Degree level education or equivalent experience

Recognised project management qualification

Job description

A major defense contractor in Portsmouth seeks a Project Manager for Continuous Improvement Coordination. The role involves leading projects, managing risks, and ensuring successful outcomes with minimal guidance. Candidates should have a degree or equivalent experience, a recognized project management qualification, and a background in manufacturing or maritime industries is highly desirable. This position offers a competitive salary with hybrid working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth.