Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Join us as a Project Manager at Expleo Group
. This role is within our Aerospace Business Unit, supporting Manufacturing Engineering Projects at Blue Chip customer sites in Broughton, Belfast, and Prestwick. You will play a key part in project delivery, bid activities, and stakeholder engagement, in a high‑profile defense environment.

• 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; liaise with subcontractors 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 in Engineering, Project Management or Business/Operational Management, or equivalent experience.
• At least two years of project management experience, ideally within aerospace, defense or engineering sectors.

• 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).

• Collaborative working environment.
• Access to Expleo Academy accredited training courses.
• Competitive company benefits.
• Opportunity to work on globally significant programmes.

• Inclusive and accessible recruitment process.
• Offer interviews to disabled candidates meeting minimum criteria.
• Provide reasonable adjustments as required.
• Support existing employees with disabilities or long‑term health conditions.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, providing additional support and adjustments to help everyone thrive.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Project Management

IT Services and IT Consulting

Chester, England, United Kingdom