Construction - Specialist Project Manager

In this role, you will make your mark from day one as you ensure the successful delivery of the design, planning and construction of a wide range of facility projects across the BAE Systems sites. You will enjoy a diverse workday as you get involved in large scale redevelopment across our sites, which will predominately include new industrial buildings, major building refurbishments and large scale utility infrastructure upgrades.

• Leading all project phases following the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Plan of Work and ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with company and departmental quality procedures

• Leading a diverse internal network of teams and external customers

• Leading, developing and motivating assigned staff to ensure they are aware of and capable of meeting their accountabilities

• Interpreting the complex customer requirements, supporting preparation of designs, implementing plans, specification approvals and financial business cases

• Procuring, collaborating and driving multi-discipline professional consultant teams in respect of the development of facilities including new buildings, major building refurbishments and large scale utility infrastructure upgrades

• Safe management and co-ordination of onsite contractor activities (including duties such as Authorising Permits to Work)

• Taking responsibility for all installations in accordance with the current company, statutory health & safety legislation, building control and Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM)

• Delivering best value and customer satisfaction by managing & growing relationships with a range of suppliers

• Providing budgetary and financial control, including oversight of other team members working within your control. Monitoring progress & costs and ensuring the project reflects the contract particulars during all stages

• Managing payment schedules, claims and variations in accordance with the construction contract

• Experience in leading large-scale development within the built environment

• Degree or HNC/D qualified in Construction or Building Services is ideal, however other disciplines and experience within the Built Environment may be considered (eg. Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying, Construction Project Management, Building Services, Energy and Sustainability, Construction Development Management, Real Estate Planning and Master Planning etc).

• Knowledge of construction and/or manufacturing plant & equipment installations

• Experience of managing contractors in full compliance with the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations

• An ability to identify project early warnings at all lifecycle stages and be able to articulate potential risks, cost and schedule impacts associated

• Contract Management & Construction Law knowledge – Familiarity with various construction contracts such as JCT, NEC & associated special conditions with an ability to negotiate terms and conditions that protect the organisation while maintaining good working relationships

• Risk Management – an ability to identify, mitigate and manage contractual risk including delay, penalties, cost overruns and disputes

• Familiarity with contractual frameworks, performance metrics, financial structures & reporting cycles of major construction activities

• Negotiation and conflict resolution – an ability to handle disagreements between stakeholder effectively and ensure issues are resolved amicably while protecting project integrity

• Relevant qualifications or significant experience in managing contractor activities and ensuring construction Health & Safety (NEBOSH General Certificate, IOSH, specific safety topic training)

• Membership if a Professional Body is desirable

Salary: £54,793+ depending on skills and experience with an Employment package. This Employment Package includes a range of company benefits such as overtime, flexible working and share incentive scheme, You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Investment Projects Team:

As a Specialist Construction Project Manager, you will act as a client-side project manager to ensure successful delivery of the design, planning and construction of a wide range of building, facility upgrade and estates projects across the BAE Systems sites. These projects can vary and could include; key infrastructure upgrades, utilities installation or removal, building refurbishments, new buildings and installation of plant & equipment to provide manufacturing capability.

This role will provide you with a variety of work across our manufacturing business, set within our large secure industrial sites. This role could involve occasional travel within the UK. Overseas opportunities may arise if deemed necessary in the design or delivery of a project and is a great opportunity to expand your knowledge & experience.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.