Project Manager

Hernshead Recruitment; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 98,500 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company is seeking a mid-senior level Project Manager to join their team in Columbus, Mississippi. This full-time position involves coordinating and monitoring project schedules, ensuring adherence to budgets and technical standards, and collaborating closely with various internal teams. Candidates must possess a relevant four-year degree, solid project management understanding, and strong communication skills. The role offers a great opportunity to work on innovative projects within the defense and aerospace sectors.

Qualifications

• A four-year university degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• A solid understanding of project management principles and tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project documentation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer-focused skills.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Must meet the legal definition of a U.S. person under applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor scheduling, pricing, and performance of projects.
• Support Program Manager in tracking financial and delivery performance across workstreams.
• Act as a key contact for internal stakeholders, providing project updates.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure projects align with master plans and schedules.
• Work collaboratively to drive successful project outcomes.

Skills

Project management principles

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong verbal and written communication

Customer-focused skills

Education

Four-year university degree or equivalent

Job description

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Hernshead Recruitment provided pay range

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Base pay range

$98,500.00/yr - $153,000.00/yr

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Head Hunting Advanced Engineering Design Talent | Aerospace, Space, Defence & Mobility | US Market

Ever wondered what it’s like to see complex projects move from concept to reality in a high-impact, highly collaborative environment? This role puts you right at the heart of it.

About this Position

This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally respected organisation operating at the cutting edge of advanced engineering and defence technology. The business combines the close-knit feel and visibility of a smaller site with the stability, scale, and resources of a major international group. Known for its supportive, employee-friendly culture and strong regional lifestyle offering, it’s an environment where people are encouraged to grow and make a real difference.

As a Project Manager, you will support the planning, development, and delivery of a range of programmes and services. Working closely with a Program Manager, you’ll help ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the required technical standards. This is an onsite role based in Columbus, Mississippi, offering high visibility and the chance to collaborate closely with colleagues across the organisation.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor the scheduling, pricing, and technical performance of assigned projects
• Support the Program Manager in tracking financial and delivery performance across multiple workstreams
• Act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders, providing clear updates on project status and resolving issues as they arise
• Identify project risks and actively develop and implement mitigation strategies
• Ensure projects align with agreed master plans, milestones, and schedules
• Work collaboratively with teams across the organisation to drive successful project outcomes

Experience Required

• A four-year university degree, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• A solid understanding of project management principles and tools used to measure project success
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence working with project data and documentation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships
• Excellent interpersonal and customer-focused skills
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Must meet the legal definition of a U.S. person under applicable regulations

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management and Strategy/Planning

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing