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?? Contract | Immediate Start | 4 Weeks Minimum (Will extend long-term)
?? BPSS Clearance Required | Defence Project Experience Essential
?? Contract | Immediate Start | 4 Weeks Minimum (Will extend long-term)
?? BPSS Clearance Required | Defence Project Experience Essential
The Opportunity
A specialist engineering company in the Defence and Industrial Systems sector is urgently seeking a Contract Project Manager to lead critical project activity over the next 4+ weeks.
This is a delivery-focused role with immediate impact ideal for someone who thrives under pressure, understands Defence programme dynamics, and can keep complex manufacturing or engineered-to-order projects on track.
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee the delivery of ongoing Defence-related projects across engineering, manufacturing, and quality
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Coordinate cross-functional teams to meet project milestones
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Manage timelines, risks, budgets, and resource allocation
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Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders
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Deliver concise updates and resolve blockers in real-time
What Youll Need
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Proven experience delivering projects in the Defence sector ideally within manufacturing, systems, or technical engineering environments
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Strong stakeholder management and on-the-ground project delivery capability
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Solid understanding of Defence supply chains and quality/compliance expectations
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Familiarity with project management tools or ERP systems
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BPSS clearance as a minimum must have lived/worked in the UK for the past 3+ years
Contract Details
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Start: ASAP
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Duration: Minimum 4 weeks (likely extension)
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Location: On-site Essex
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Rate: Competitive | Outside IR35 available
How to Apply
If youre immediately available and bring the right blend of Defence project experience and hands-on delivery expertise get in touch now. Fast turnaround expected.
Contact Detail:
Elev8 Recruitment Ltd Recruiting Team
