Transformation Project Manager

Our client, an Aerospace and Defence supplier is looking for a Transformation Project Manager to join them on a contract basis at their site in Harlow.

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be eligible to obtain full SC Clearance.
12 month initial contract.
Inside IR35, rates are open to discussion.
Hybrid working, 3 days per week onsite in Harlow with ad-hoc travel when required.

About the role:

The Transformation Project Manager will provide essential support to the UK Transformation Programme Lead in delivering the ERP implementation programme. This role will assist in planning, coordination, and execution of project activities, ensuring alignment with programme objectives and timelines.

Responsibilities

Take full accountability for the delivery of assigned transformation initiatives, from mobilisation through to implementation and handover.
Develop and maintain robust project plans, including scope, milestones, dependencies, risks, issues, benefits, and resource requirements.
Lead cross‑functional project teams, ensuring clear ownership, accountability, and delivery against agreed objectives.
Manage project governance, reporting, and assurance in line with organisational project management frameworks and standards.
Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate delivery risks, escalating issues where required to ensure momentum and outcomes are protected.
Drive stakeholder engagement and alignment across operational, functional, and leadership teams.
Support transformation initiatives such as process standardisation, system implementation, operating model redesign, and capability uplift.
Ensure change impacts are understood and managed, working with stakeholders to support adoption and sustainability of delivered outcomes.
Prepare and present clear, concise updates for senior stakeholders, steering committees, or programme boards.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

Proven experience as a Transformation Delivery Manager or Project Manager, delivering complex projects end‑to‑end.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple work streams and stakeholders in complex, matrixed environments.
Strong experience delivering process, systems, or operating model change.
Excellent planning, organisation, and execution skills with a strong focus on outcomes.
Proven ability to work autonomously, take ownership, and drive delivery with minimal supervision.
Strong stakeholder‑management and communication skills, with confidence engaging at senior levels.
Experience producing high‑quality project documentation, reporting, and governance artefacts.
Availability to work in a contract / interim capacity, with a delivery‑focused mindset.
Eligible for SC clearance