Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Overview

Expleo stands as a renowned and trusted partner, delivering comprehensive engineering, quality services, and management consulting that seamlessly support digital transformation. We are dedicated to empowering organisations to harness technological advancements, enabling them to innovate effectively, achieve a competitive edge, and enhance the daily lives of people worldwide.

We are excited to offer an outstanding opportunity for a motivated and ambitious Project Manager to join our dynamic Aerospace Business Unit. In this role, you will play an integral part in supporting Manufacturing Engineering Projects across prestigious Blue Chip customer sites in Broughton, Belfast, and Prestwick. This is a unique chance to build your career within a high-profile defence environment, working alongside industry leaders and making a tangible impact on cutting-edge aerospace projects.

If you have at least two years' project management experience and are looking to take the next step in your professional journey, this role will provide you with exposure to complex projects, career development, and the chance to work with talented technical specialists. You will be responsible for supporting bid activities, managing projects from conception through to successful delivery, and ensuring all objectives regarding timing, scope and budget are achieved.

Your expertise in project planning, stakeholder engagement, and customer relations will be valued and developed further.

You will report directly to the Programme Delivery Lead, collaborating closely with Technical Leads on a variety of stimulating tasks, including advanced manufacturing methods, lineside technical support, and process optimisation. At Expleo, you will work in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, with opportunities for continuous professional growth, training, and involvement in globally significant programmes.

Join us to shape the future of aerospace manufacturing, be part of a team committed to excellence, and make a real difference through your work. If you are ready to embrace new challenges and grow within a thriving, innovative company, we would be delighted to hear from you.

• Support bid and business development activities, including requirements capture, scope definition, cost estimation, and scheduling.
• Lead and manage low to medium complexity projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, cost, and quality objectives are met.
• Oversee teams to complete deliverables within agreed parameters and ensure prompt invoicing aligned with project milestones.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, escalating issues as necessary.
• Implement and oversee change control processes to manage modifications to project scope, schedule, and costs. Liaison with sub-contractors where applicable.
• Project Team line management responsibilities in conjunction with the Capability business units.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, external stakeholders, and customers.
• Ensure compliance with relevant quality standards, customer processes, and legal regulations.
• Report to Management on the progress and performance of the project.

HND / degree level within an Engineering, Project Management or Business / Operational Management field or / and be able to demonstrate experience and proven capability.

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Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies (e.g. MS Project).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong financial and analytical skills.
• Proactive approach with a desire to grow and take on increasing responsibility.

• Project Management certification (e.g. PMP, APM) is highly desirable.

Experience in project management, ideally within aerospace, defence, or engineering sectors.

Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges.

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