At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex engineering projects from start to finish, ensuring successful outcomes.
- Company: Join a growing Programme Management team in the Aerospace and Defence sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to mentor junior team members and drive continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in aerospace and defence while leading innovative projects.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of project management experience and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 75000 - 85000 £ per year.
- Senior Project Manager – Aerospace & Defence - Cheltenham UK
- Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join a growing Programme Management team within the Aerospace and Defence Sector.
The successful candidate will lead the delivery of complex engineering projects, managing scope, schedule, budgets, risks, customer relationships, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver projects through the full lifecycle from bid stage to completion.
- Manage project plans, budgets, risks, resources, and contractual milestones.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, suppliers, and customers.
- Lead change management, problem resolution, and continuous improvement activities.
- Provide leadership and support to Project Managers and junior team members.
Requirements
- 5+ years' project management experience within an engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, defence, or similar environment.
- Experience managing budgets, schedules, risks, and stakeholder relationships.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies and quality processes.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
- PMQ/APM qualification (or willingness to achieve).
We think you need these skills to ace Project Manager in Cheltenham
Project Management
Budget Management
Risk Management
Stakeholder Management
Engineering Knowledge
Manufacturing Experience
Aerospace Sector Experience
