Strategic Project Manager: Delivery, Bids & Leadership

Saab AB; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and security company in the UK is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the execution and delivery of multiple projects. The successful candidate will manage both internally funded and customer projects, ensuring on-time delivery and budget control. Responsibilities include customer liaison, supply chain management, and mentoring project leads. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and the chance to influence various projects. Some travel within the UK may be required.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the delivery of assigned Projects, both internally funded and customer funded.
• Responsibility for supply chain activities on assigned projects.
• Bids and proposals management, including budget management.
• Customer point of contact for assigned projects.
• Supporting the functional leads to introduce new processes.
• Function and team leadership, mentoring project leads.
• Resource management, including planning and allocation.
• Project planning including scheduling for all projects.
• Risk Management for assigned projects.
• Budget management for assigned projects.

Job description

A leading defense and security company in the UK is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the execution and delivery of multiple projects. The successful candidate will manage both internally funded and customer projects, ensuring on-time delivery and budget control. Responsibilities include customer liaison, supply chain management, and mentoring project leads. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and the chance to influence various projects. Some travel within the UK may be required.