Project Manager - Defence & Aerospace; FTC

Project Manager – Defence & Aerospace (12‑month FTC)

Location:

Kidderminster, Worcestershire (Hybrid available).

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• The generation, maintenance and delivery of project plans in support of bids for new business.
• The definition, generation and execution of project plans for contracted work according to business needs (including development, production or research projects).
• Improving project value and margin through proactive risk management.
• Project reporting both internally and to customers.
• Management, monitoring and motivation of cross‑functional team members assigned to the project(s).
• Working closely with the customer to understand the business requirements and develop effective relationships and ongoing management processes.
• Approval and/or authorisation of documents as defined in the Approved Signatory or Delegated Authorities List.

• Previous knowledge of planning, managing and delivering production, development or technology projects.
• A sound commercial and financial understanding.
• Knowledge and experience of Project Management software tools such as Primavera or Microsoft Project.
• Good customer skills and ability to work and communicate with people at all levels in the organisation.
• Ability to work in/with a multi‑disciplined team.
• Effective risk management experience.
• Degree or industry‑related qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience and up‑to‑date knowledge of the defence industry.
• Experience of developmental activities where project parameters may change.
• Experience managing projects within an engineering‑focused environment.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Project Management

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Manufacturing