Strategic Project & Risk Leader — Defence/Aviation

Mane Contract Services; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in defense is seeking a Project Control Manager based in Shrewsbury, UK. This role involves essential project management responsibilities including leading planning frameworks, managing risks, and overseeing multiple projects in a high-stakes environment. Candidates should possess a strong background in project management, familiarity with aerospace contracts, and experience in Enterprise Risk Management. Additional requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and eligibility for security clearance. This is a contract position offering a dynamic work atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in technical and/or commercial project management, ideally within aerospace or complex support contracts.
• Strong background in Enterprise Risk Management and risk appetite frameworks.
• Understanding of military or defence environments, either served or civilian.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning baselines and delivery frameworks for multiple concurrent modification and upgrade projects.
• Ensure robust monitoring, control, and stakeholder alignment across all project phases.
• Produce clear, data-driven project performance reports.
• Implement structured visual dashboards and governance mechanisms.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis

Lean

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle Primavera Risk Analysis

Sword Active Risk

Job description

A leading contractor in defense is seeking a Project Control Manager based in Shrewsbury, UK. This role involves essential project management responsibilities including leading planning frameworks, managing risks, and overseeing multiple projects in a high-stakes environment. Candidates should possess a strong background in project management, familiarity with aerospace contracts, and experience in Enterprise Risk Management. Additional requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and eligibility for security clearance. This is a contract position offering a dynamic work atmosphere.