Project Officer ofertas em United States

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Reporting into the Praetorian Programme Manager for Test Equipment, Support & Cooling Integrated Project Teams (IPT)

We have great opportunities in Project Management for managing a number of Major Development and Production Programmes within the Praetorian Programmes Business Area.

The Praetorian IPTs include some high-value customer contracts over several years, making this a highly visible and exciting role within the business area and line of business, contributing significantly to our business success.

Responsibilities for these Project Managers will include:

• Managing relationships with multiple stakeholders in the UK, Europe, Middle East, and internal business departments.
• Ensuring project strategies remain aligned with the overall programme strategy.
• Managing outsourcing and internal development projects.
• Producing estimates in conjunction with relevant functions.
• Generating and presenting multiple metric reports to the Purchaser at monthly reviews.
• Generating a SAP monthly CSR and presenting it to the business.
• Ensuring accurate estimates for proposed work are provided and sufficient contingency is applied.
• Owning the Project budget, monitoring expenditures and costs throughout the financial year.
• Serving as the point of contact for the Purchaser, Customer, and Workshare Partners.

What we need from you:

Key Responsibility Areas

• Managing and overseeing Development or Production Projects.
• Ensuring schedule, cost, and quality adherence.
• Managing Project Risks and Opportunities.
• Managing internal and external stakeholders/customers.
• Reporting internally to IPT Lead and/or Sector VP.
• Providing monthly reports to the Customer.
• Monitoring and managing Project bookings.

Qualification/Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification.
• APM PMQ qualification or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of financial controls and Project Financial management.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams (Engineering, Procurement, Quality, Planning, Manufacturing, Operations) and organizing workload autonomously.
• Technical insight into Project Management for Development roles.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage key stakeholders effectively.
• Proven ability to create and manage project plans, schedules, and earned value management.
• Excellent stakeholder relationship skills and collaboration ability.
• Proactive attitude with a focus on continuous improvement and high performance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, and P6.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Desirable Knowledge and Competencies

• Knowledge of Praetorian products and groups for Development Roles.
• Experience working with BAES, European Partners, and UK MoD.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.

Intrinsic Job Factors

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Motivated with the ability to motivate others.
• Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical disciplines.
• Positive attitude and good interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel within Europe and the Middle East for customer meetings.

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Life at Leonardo

Leonardo offers a benefits package, learning and development opportunities, and flexible working hours tailored to employee and customer needs, making a career here accessible and rewarding.

• Pension: Up to 10% employer contribution.
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, with options to buy/sell leave and accrue additional flexi days.
• Flexible Working: Hybrid options available; part-time opportunities upon discussion.
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, mental health support, financial wellbeing, and various network groups.
• Lifestyle: Discounted gym memberships, Cycle to Work scheme.
• Flexible benefits: Private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, tech, and lifestyle allowances.
• Training: Access to over 4000 online courses via Coursera.
• Referral Incentive: Rewards for successful referrals.
• Bonus Scheme: Available for employees at management level and below.